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Non-English Language Films Gaining Recognition
The Spanish drama 'La Bola Negra' wins the TIFF People's Choice Award, marking a significant milestone for non-English-language films in international film festivals.
- ‘La Bola Negra’ Wins TIFF People’s Choice Award, Marks First Non-English-Language Win Since 2011
Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi’s Spanish drama ‘La Bola Negra’ has won the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival’s People’s Choice Award, becoming the first non-English-language film to claim the prize since 2011. The film, acquired by Netflix, is positioned as a major awards contender.