NewzSpain has officially selected the film 'La Bola Negra' as its submission for the Best International Feature Film category at the 2027 Academy Awards. The film, directed by Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi, known collectively as 'Los Javis,' gained significant industry attention following its debut at the Cannes Film Festival, where it sparked a competitive bidding war ultimately won by Netflix.
The selection process involved consideration of other notable Spanish cinema, including Rodrigo Sorogoyen’s 'The Beloved,' featuring Javier Bardem, and Alauda Ruix de Azua’s award-winning film 'Sundays.' The choice of 'La Bola Negra' reflects the film's status as a breakout success within the international festival circuit.
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