Gala Screenings
La Bola Negra
La Bola Negra, from Cannes-winning directors Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi, follows three generations of men across pivotal moments in Spanish history, bound by pain, desire, and love. Carlos (Milo Quifes) longs to belong in a fractured Spain. Sebastián (Guitarricadelafuente) finds connection across enemy lines. And Alberto (Carlos González) uncovers a long-buried family secret — one that finally gives voice to truths the past tried to erase in this TIFF Audience Award winner. A Netflix release.
Actor Guitarricadelafuente will be presented with the Discovery Award. A Q&A with Guitarricadelafuente immediately follows the screening.
Official Academy Award Selection — Spain
Presented in Spanish with English subtitles.
DIRECTORS
Javier Calvo
Javier Ambrossi
PRODUCERS
Javier Calvo
Javier Ambrossi
WRITERS
Javier Calvo
Javier Ambrossi
Alberto Conejero
CAST
Guitarricadelafuente
Miguel Bernardeau
Carlos González
Milo Quifes
Lola Dueñas
Julio Torres
Penélope Cruz
Glenn Close
ABOUT THE DIRECTOR
Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi are acclaimed directors, writers, and producers popularly known as Los Javis. Winners of Best Director at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival for La Bola Negra, they are also the creators of the celebrated series Veneno, La Mesías, and Paquita Salas.