Film Independent Members, you and a guest are invited to join us for a theatrical screening of La Bola Negra, including an in-person conversation with writer/director/producers Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi, actor/songwriter Guitarricadelafuente, and actors Miguel Bernardeau, Carlos González and Milo Quifes.

From Cannes-winning directors Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi — popularly known as Los Javis — La Bola Negra follows three generations of men across pivotal moments in Spanish history, bound by pain, desire and love. Carlos (Milo Quifes) longs to belong in a fractured Spain. Sebastián (Guitarricadelafuente) finds connection across enemy lines. And Alberto (Carlos González) uncovers a long-buried family secret — one that finally gives voice to truths the past tried to erase.

The film also stars Miguel Bernardeau (Rafael), Goya winner Lola Dueñas (Teresa), Academy Award winner Penélope Cruz (Nené), Golden Globe winner Glenn Close (Isabelle), and Emmy-nominated Julio Torres (Juan Pablo).

From Netflix, La Bola Negra premiered at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival where it won the Best Director award for Javier Ambrossi and Javier Calvo. The film also received the Audience Award at the Toronto International Film Festival and San Sebastian International Film Festival.

 
2026, 155 minutes, color, Spanish with English subtitles | Written by Javier Calvo, Javier Ambrossi, Alberto Conejero (inspired by the play La piedra oscura by Alberto Conejero, La bola negra, and other texts by Federico García Lorca) | Directed by Javier Calvo, Javier Ambrossi | Main Cast Guitarricadelafuente, Miguel Bernardeau, Carlos González, Milo Quifes, Lola Dueñas, Julio Torres, Penélope Cruz, Glenn Close | Produced by Javier Calvo, Javier Ambrossi
 

Registration Information

Film Lover Members receive priority entry at this event. Arts Circle Members are guaranteed access, and receive both priority entry and reserved seating. Email [email protected] for more.

All Film Independent Members can register for this event starting at 4:00 pm PT on Monday, October 12. | Registration is free; one registration per Membership. | Proof of Member status is required to complete registration.
 

Tickets/Parking

On the day of the event, registered Members may pick up tickets as early as 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time – look for Film Independent signage. Tickets are nontransferable and for general, unreserved theater seating only (except for Arts Circle Members). Attendees must be in their seat(s) at least 15 minutes prior to the advertised start time or seat(s) may be released. Entry/seating will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests may not enter the venue without the Member who registered them present. Registration does not guarantee entry, even with a ticket in hand.

Complimentary parking is available at the Ivar Parking Garage (1400 Ivar Ave). Please use the entrance located on Ivar Ave. to enter the parking structure and take a ticket upon entry. Once parked, take the elevator to P1 and exit on Ivar. Head south to Tudum Theater (1350 Ivar Ave), following posted signage to the theater and will call. Parking validation will be provided.
 

Accessibility

Film Independent is committed to hosting events that are accessible. For inquiries regarding accessibility, or to request an accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] or 323 556 9305.
 

Screening Policies

Availability window and registration capacity may vary; always register as early as possible. Limit one registration per individual, per event.

Attendees are required to follow all rules and guidelines as laid out by Film Independent and/or its partners. If a guest has been registered for an event by a Member, these policies shall apply to that guest. Violation of policies may result in suspension or termination of Membership/access to future events.

Event details and guest participation are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice.