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Coronado, California, will host the Coronado Island Film Festival, showcasing the premiere of ‘Tears to a Glass Eye,’ a neo-noir film by Jack Kenny. The screening is set for November 9 at the Coronado Performing Arts Center, with a Q&A session with the director. The film, starring Chris Browning and Natasha Henstridge, follows a detective unraveling a complex mystery tied to a 20-year-old car crash. The festival, celebrating its 10th anniversary, promises an array of films and filmmaker interactions.
Coronado, California is set to host the Coronado Island Film Festival from November 5-9, 2025, where the highly anticipated neo-noir film “Tears to a Glass Eye” will make its premiere. This Chicago-based film was created by writer-director Jack Kenny and features an engaging cast, including Chris Browning and Natasha Henstridge.
The screening of “Tears to a Glass Eye” is scheduled for Sunday, November 9, 2025, at 1 pm at the Coronado Performing Arts Center. Following the screening, attendees will have the opportunity to engage with the director during a question-and-answer session.
In this gripping narrative, Browning plays retired Los Angeles detective Martin Dye, who is pulled back into the past as he investigates a 20-year-old car crash linked to a deceased drug dealer named Eddie. Throughout the film, Dye unravels a complex tale involving missing money connected to the crash, intertwining through the lives of 20 individuals over the two decades since the incident. The plot thickens as a bag of money surfaces, leading to a surprising conclusion and a web of deception.
Chris Browning, recognized for his roles in high-profile films such as “310 to Yuma” (2007), “Terminator Salvation” (2009), and “Cowboys & Aliens” (2011), brings depth to the character of Martin Dye. Natasha Henstridge, known for her performances in the “Species” film franchise and “The Whole Ten Yards” (2004), portrays Dori in a role that balances Browning’s seriousness with a lighter touch.
Director Jack Kenny deliberately chose Browning and Henstridge for their engaging personalities, which contrast with the often grim subject matter of typical neo-noir detective films. He has indicated that his film mixes traditional elements of noir cinema with more relatable material set against the backdrop of an everyday American town.
“Tears to a Glass Eye” has already garnered significant acclaim, winning several prestigious awards. Notable accolades include the Jury Prize at the Los Angeles Crime and Horror Film Festival and the Best Mystery Film award at the New York International Film Awards. Additionally, it has received multiple awards at the Milan Independent Awards, where it won Best Director and Best Film Noir, along with Best Actor and Best Supporting Actor honors at the Best Actor & Director Awards in New York. At the Cannes World Film Festival, it was recognized as Best Mystery Film and also received accolades for Best Director, Best Thriller, and Best Original Score at the Portugal Indie Film Festival.
The Coronado Island Film Festival has a significant milestone to celebrate in 2025, marking its 10th anniversary. Attendees can look forward to an array of films, including this intriguing new entry, as well as the opportunity to interact with filmmakers and industry professionals.
For those interested in attending the event, tickets and additional details can be accessed through the official Coronado Island Film Festival website. This festival promises to be a highlight for cinema lovers and an excellent platform for independent filmmakers.
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- National Law Review: Tears to a Glass Eye Screening
- Wikipedia: Coronado Island Film Festival
- MovieMaker: Coronado Island Film Festival 2025 Lineup
- Google Search: Tears to a Glass Eye
- Wikipedia: Neo-noir
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Film Noir
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