Marble Tears Taste Like Wine

A talented chess player struggles to manage his anger while living in a world he perceives as chaotic and hostile. While the game of chess provides him with a sense of identity and order, his daily interactions frequently trigger hidden rage. Following brief periods of hope and human connection, a final confrontation leads to permanent violence, leaving him to face the consequences of his loss of self-control.

This action drama and thriller is a British production from 24VIDA42 Media. Julien Moreno served as the director, writer, and producer, and he also stars as the lead character, David. The supporting cast includes Samuel Aka-Adou as Tony, Cole Marshall as Adam, Jonah Narain Philips as Ron, Kai-Reece Gittens-Greene as Yusuf, and Joann Rebecca as a psychologist, with a total of 20 credited cast members. The film was released on August 1, 2026, with a runtime of 13 minutes.