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NewFest Lineup Includes 'La Bola Negra' NYC Premiere, Other Notable Films
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In Short: The 38th New York LGBTQ+ Film Festival, NewFest, has unveiled its lineup, featuring the U.S. premiere of 'La Bola Negra' and other celebrated queer films.
NewFest, the 38th New York LGBTQ+ Film Festival, has announced its lineup, which includes the U.S. premiere of 'La Bola Negra,' a film that has garnered significant attention at Cannes and other international festivals. The film, directed by Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi, will open the festival on October 15, marking Spain's entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 99th Academy Awards.
La Bola Negra' is a 35mm production that explores the lives of three gay men across three different time periods, from 1932 to 2017, and has been met with a 20-minute standing ovation at its premiere. The film stars Guitarricadelafuente, Carlos González, Miguel Bernardeau, Lola Dueñas, and Penélope Cruz, with Glenn Close also appearing in pivotal roles.
According to Variety, 'La Bola Negra' was announced as Spain's entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the Academy Awards, with Alejandro Amenábar representing Spain's Academia de Cine. The film's selection marks the beginning of its journey towards the Oscars, with final nominations set to be announced in January 2027.
The NewFest38 lineup, which includes 144 projects from 23 countries, is led by some of the year's most celebrated queer films. The festival will stream virtually from October 15-30, offering a wide range of narrative features. NewFest's opening night will also feature 'Elsinore,' 'Club Kid,' and other notable films, showcasing the diversity and depth of the LGBTQ+ film community.
NewFest38 will continue to highlight the best in LGBTQ+ cinema, with the full lineup available on the festival's on-demand platform. The festival's commitment to showcasing diverse and impactful films ensures that audiences will have access to a rich array of stories and perspectives, further cementing NewFest's reputation as a leading platform for LGBTQ+ cinema.
What's confirmed
- Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi’s breakout Cannes title La Bola Negra has been selected as Spain ’s entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 99th Academy Awards.
What's still developing
- La Bola Negra is an original film by Movistar Plus+ Film and Suma Content Films in co-production with El Deseo and Le Pacte, with the participation of Atresmedia.
- Netflix will release La Bola Negra in theaters on Oct.