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Pedro Almodóvar's 'The Room Next Door' with Moore and Swinton Premieres at Venice

Sep 2, 2024, 05:27 PM

Pedro Almodóvar's new film, "The Room Next Door," starring Julianne Moore and Tilda Swinton, premiered at the Venice Film Festival as part of Venezia81. The film, which is Almodóvar's first English-language feature, explores the controversial topic of euthanasia and female friendships. Almodóvar expressed the view that euthanasia should be regulated worldwide. Both Moore and Swinton have been praised for their performances, with Swinton's portrayal of a woman confronting death receiving particular acclaim. The film's premiere took place at the Sala Grande, with the director and stars attending the event.