Cannes Hit ‘La Bola Negra’ Posts First Clip As Elástica Films Sets October 2026 Release In Spain
Elástica Films has announced an October 2026 release for the film 'La Bola Negra,' which premiered at Cannes to a 22-minute ovation. Directed by Javier Ambrossi and Javier Calvo, the film explores LGBT trauma and pays tribute to poet Federico García Lorca. The screenplay is inspired by a play and an unfinished work by Lorca, showcasing the directors' unique storytelling style.
- ▪The film 'La Bola Negra' received a 22-minute ovation at its Cannes premiere.
- ▪It explores LGBT trauma through the interconnected stories of three men across different eras.
- ▪The screenplay is inspired by Alberto Conejero's play and an unfinished work by Federico García Lorca.
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