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Javier Calvo

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La Bola Negra clinches TIFF People’s Choice Award 2026

Netflix’s La Bola Negra, a sweeping tale of three men across eras, captured the hearts of TIFF-goers, winning the coveted People’s Choice Award and sparking early Oscar buzz.

3 hours ago3 min

Director duo Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi with cast members of La Bola Negra at a Cannes Film Festival photo call

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Spain Picks La Bola Negra Over Bardem's Film For Oscars

Spain's Film Academy has chosen La Bola Negra, the Javier Calvo-Javier Ambrossi drama that won best director at Cannes, as its entry for the 99th Academy Awards' international feature race, edging out films starring Javier Bardem.

4 days ago2 min