El Bola is a 12-year-old boy raised in a violent and sordid environment. Embarrassed by his family life, he avoids becoming close to classmates. The arrival of a new boy at school changes his attitude towards his classmates and friendship.
Acting
Juan José Ballesta's silent suffering will wreck you.
Direction
Mañas shoots abuse like horror—your imagination does the damage.
Director
Achero Mañas
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Juan José Ballesta was cast from 2,000 kids; he'd never acted before and used his own clothes.
El Bola sparked Spain's first serious national conversation about child abuse—previously considered 'private family matters.'
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