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The Room Next Door

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Ingrid (Julianne Moore) and Martha (Tilda Swinton) were close friends in their youth, when they worked together at the same magazine. Ingrid went on to become an autofiction novelist while Martha became a war reporter, and they were separated by the circumstances of life. After years of being out of touch, they meet again in an extreme but strangely sweet situation.

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Anchored by a pair of terrific performances swathed in vivid colors, Spanish auteur Pedro Almodóvar's English-language feature debut attests to his universal fluency in provocative filmmaking.

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Peter Howell

Toronto Star

Fortunately, the film has as its leads Swinton and Moore, two of the most accomplished actors going. It’s a pleasure seeing them on screen together.

Rated: 3/4

Jan 16, 2025

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G. Allen Johnson

San Francisco Chronicle

What makes "The Room Next Door" uplifting is that it's not actually about death, but quality of life and acknowledging the importance of those we go through this journey with. It's about holding close, not letting go.

Rated: 4/4

Jan 15, 2025

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Odie Henderson

Boston Globe

“The Room Next Door” showcases a carefully choreographed dance between two Oscar winners that elevates both of their performances to greatness.

Rated: 3.5/4

Jan 10, 2025

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Stephanie Malone

Morbidly Beautiful

With two powerhouse performances and a reminder that the ever-looming shadow of death is our most potent mandate to embrace life, The Room Next Door is a stirring triumph.

Rated: 4/5

Jan 20, 2025

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Sarah Gopaul

Digital Journal

In spite of their capable performances, the film’s most notable shortcoming is that it lacks the passion that exudes from Almodóvar’s previous pictures.

Jan 20, 2025

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Matt Pais

MattPais.com

There’s drama and sadness in the subject matter, of course, but that’s not a free pass to manipulate and bore. At worst, that’s offensive; at best, it’s precious time poorly spent.

Rated: C-

Jan 19, 2025

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Lane P

Never quite hits the emotional highs I expect from an Almodóvar film, but great performances and chemistry between the two leads. I'm excited to see them become regulars of his. Also amazing set design as always. I need Martha's banana bowl!

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

01/20/25

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David P

Very interesting topic. Give it a chance!

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

01/20/25

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Monica M

Heart wrenching but unconditional love is definitely present.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/20/25

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Alex

Possibly the worst movie Ive ever seen. In the last scene the actress who plays the woman who dies, returns in a wig and some makeup as the daughter. Could have been an SNL skit. Dull, over written and pointless.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

01/20/25

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betsy

The subject matter, acting, dialogue, brilliant film, joy to watch.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

01/20/25

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Harry

Beautifully shot , told story. Acting top notch. Open my eyes from different perspectives

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/20/25

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Ingrid (Julianne Moore) and Martha (Tilda Swinton) were close friends in their youth, when they worked together at the same magazine. Ingrid went on to become an autofiction novelist while Martha became a war reporter, and they were separated by the circumstances of life. After years of being out of touch, they meet again in an extreme but strangely sweet situation.

Director: Pedro Almodóvar
Producer: Agustín Almodóvar
Screenwriter: Pedro Almodóvar
Distributor: Sony Pictures Classics
Production Co: Washington Square Films, Movistar Plus+, El Deseo
Rating: PG-13 (Strong Language|Some Sexual References|Thematic Content)
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Dec 20, 2024, Limited
Runtime: 1h 47m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Digital 2.39:1