El Bola

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El Bola

2000

1h 28m

7.1(173 votes)

Drama

Overview

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.

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Cast & crew

10 featured cast members

Starring

Juan José Ballesta

Bola

Pablo Galán

Alfredo

Manuel Morón

Mariano

Alberto Jiménez

José

Ana Wagener

Laura

Nieve de Medina

Marisa

Gloria Muñoz

Aurora

Javier Lago

Alfonso

Soledad Osorio

Abuela

Omar Muñoz

Juan

Creative team

Directed by: Achero Mañas
Written by: Achero Mañas
Verónica Fernández

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