Spain Submits Cannes Sensation ‘La Bola Negra’ for Oscar Race

Spain has officially selected "La Bola Negra," the acclaimed film by directors Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi, as its contender for the Best International Feature Film category at the upcoming Academy Awards. The Spanish Film Academy announced the decision, marking a significant moment for the film that garnered considerable attention at the Cannes Film Festival.

"La Bola Negra," which has been described as an epic exploring LGBT heritage and paying tribute to a murdered Spanish poet, emerged as a breakout winner at Cannes, sparking a competitive bidding war that was ultimately won by Netflix. The film's selection highlights Spain's strong cinematic output, with other notable films like Rodrigo Sorogoyen's "The Beloved" and Alauda Ruiz de Azua's "Sundays" also being considered for the shortlist.