Netflix Nears Deal on ‘La Bola Negra’ After Cannes Bidding War (EXCLUSIVE)
Netflix is close to finalizing a deal for the film 'La Bola Negra' following a competitive bidding process at Cannes. The film, which features a star-studded cast including Guitarricadelafuente, Glenn Close, and Penélope Cruz, received a warm reception with a 16-minute standing ovation. This acquisition marks another significant move for Netflix in the realm of Spanish-language cinema.
- ▪The deal for 'La Bola Negra' is believed to be in the $5 million range.
- ▪The film is a queer epic that spans 85 years of Spanish history and is inspired by Federico García Lorca.
- ▪It is in contention for both the Palme d’Or and the Queer Palm at Cannes.
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Home Film News May 23, 2026 4:01am PT Netflix Nears Deal on ‘La Bola Negra’ After Cannes Bidding War (EXCLUSIVE) The queer epic romance stars Spanish singer-songwriter Guitarricadelafuente in his screen debut, with Glenn Close in a supporting role and Penélope Cruz contributing an extended cameo. By Elsa Keslassy, Alex Ritman, Angelique Jackson Courtesy of Movistar Plus Following its buzzy Cannes premiere, Javier Ambrossi and Javier Calvo’s “La Bola Negra” (“The Black Ball”) is selling to Netflix in deal believed to be in the $5 million-range. The ambitious film, which marked the Cannes competition debut for the filmmaking duo known collectively as Los Javis, earned a vibrant 16-minute standing ovation at its premiere on Thursday night.
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