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Tilda Swinton Stars in Almodóvar's English-Language Debut 'The Room Next Door'

The film explores assisted suicide, with Swinton advocating for personal choice in life and death.

  • Set in New York, the film features Swinton as Martha, a terminally ill woman who decides to end her life with dignity.
  • Julianne Moore co-stars as Ingrid, a friend who stays with Martha during her final days.
  • Swinton draws on personal experiences to portray the emotional depth of her character's journey.
  • The film received an 18-and-a-half minute standing ovation at its Venice premiere, highlighting its impact.
  • Swinton praises Almodóvar's unique filmmaking style, describing it as a distinct 'Pedro language.'
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