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'La Bola Negra' Wins London Film Fest Audience Award
4 Nov
Summary
- Spanish queer drama 'La Bola Negra' won the audience award at BFI London Film Festival.
- Film nominated for best international independent film at BIFAs.
- Spain selected 'La Bola Negra' as its Oscar submission for best international feature.
The queer historical drama "La Bola Negra," from Spanish directors Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi, has been honored with the audience award at the 2026 BFI London Film Festival. This recognition follows the film's sold-out U.K. premiere on October 8.
Starring Penélope Cruz and Glenn Close, "La Bola Negra" has also earned a nomination for best international independent film at the British Independent Film Awards (BIFAs). The film is set to be released in U.K. cinemas on November 6.
Inspired by Federico García Lorca and Alberto Conejero, the film connects the lives of three men across 1932, 1937, and 2017, exploring themes of queer identity and forbidden love.
Additionally, Spain has selected "La Bola Negra" as its official submission for the best international feature category at the 2027 Academy Awards. This continues the filmmakers' exploration of queer identity and overlooked histories.
