La bola negra
- Drama
Set across three timelines — Republican Spain in 1932, the Civil War in 1937, and contemporary Spain in 2017 — the film follows a constellation of interconnected lives centered on three young men, whose emotional and political echoes gradually reveal themselves.
The Black Ball is a Spanish drama spanning three timelines—from Republican Spain in 1932 through the Civil War in 1937 to modern-day 2017—that weaves together the lives of three young men whose personal and political choices ripple across generations. Confirmed for release on October 2, 2026, the film explores how the past shapes the present through interconnected narratives and emotional depth.
When does La Bola Negra come out?
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Limited theatrical in United States
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Review of The Black Ball, a film about gay sexuality in Spain. Makes no claim about future releases, renewals, or casting.
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Review of 'La Bola Negra (The Black Ball)', a film by Javier Ambrossi and Javier Calvo about three generations of queer men, presented at Cannes.
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Netflix has acquired U.S. distribution rights to 'La Bola Negra' following a bidding war at Cannes Film Festival.
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La Bola Negra — frequently asked
When is The Black Ball coming out?
The Black Ball is confirmed to release on October 2, 2026.
What is The Black Ball about?
The film follows three interconnected young men across three distinct time periods—1932 Republican Spain, 1937 during the Spanish Civil War, and 2017 contemporary Spain—examining how their emotional and political choices echo through history.
What genre is The Black Ball?
The Black Ball is a drama that uses its multi-timeline structure to explore personal and political themes.
Where will I be able to watch The Black Ball?
Specific streaming platforms have not yet been announced for The Black Ball's release.
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