The Room Next Door

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Overview

Ingrid and Martha 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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THE ROOM NEXT DOOR | Teaser Trailer (2024)

Cast

Director:

Pedro Almodóvar

Writer:

Sigrid Nunez, Pedro Almodóvar

Release Date:

2024-10-07

Run Time:

106m

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Keywords:

anecdote autofiction based on novel or book bereavement bosnian war (1992-95) cancer dual role estranged daughter euthanasia existentialism female friendship new york city nihilism novelist suicide terminal cancer war correspondent woodstock, new york writer

Financials and Popularity

Budget: 15,000,000.00$

Revenue: 21,519,488.00$

Vote Average: 6.7/10

Vote Count: 679 Votes

Movie Popularity: 3.3071

Spoken Languages: English

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- 30 April 2026 at 8:02 pm

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⭐ Insomniacs Rating: 7/10 THE SUMMARY Ingrid (Julianne Moore) and Martha (Tilda Swinton) were close friends in their youth while working for the same magazine, but life pulled them in different directions. Ingrid became a novelist, while Martha became a war correspondent. Years later, they reconnect under extreme circumstances: Martha is terminally ill and wants Ingrid to be in "the room next door" when she decides to end her life on her own terms. It’s a quiet, intensely focused drama about friendship, the ethics of death, and the way we confront the inevitable. THE PROS The heavy lifting is done by Moore and Swinton, who make the decades of shared history between their characters feel entirely real. Their conversations aren't flashy; they’re honest and often uncomfortable, which is where the film finds its strength. It hits a 7 because Pedro Almodóvar brings a distinct, saturated visual style to the story, making even a quiet house in the woods look striking. The script handles a grim subject with a dry, unsentimental wit that keeps it from falling into a "weepy" trap. It’s a smart pick for anyone who prefers a film that relies on dialogue and performance rather than big plot twists. THE CONS The pacing is very deliberate, and for some, it will feel like a slog. It stays at a 7 because the dialogue occasionally feels a bit stiff, likely due to it being Almodóvar’s first English-language feature; some of the phrasing doesn't quite sound like natural conversation. It misses a higher mark because a subplot involving Martha’s estranged daughter feels underdeveloped and pales in comparison to the central bond between the two leads. It’s a serious, thoughtful movie, but its narrow focus means it lacks the broader emotional punch of a true masterpiece. THE VERDICT 7/10. A dignified, well-acted, and visually sharp look at the end of life. It’s an honest drama that doesn't shy away from its difficult subject matter. While it won't be for everyone, it’s a high-quality example of what happens when two world-class actors are given room to breathe. INSOMNIAC TRIVIA • This is Pedro Almodóvar's first full-length feature film in English. He reportedly spent a lot of time working with Swinton and Moore to ensure the specific tone of his writing translated correctly.• The film won the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival, which is the highest prize given at the event, proving its impact on critics and international audiences.• To keep the setting feeling isolated and peaceful, the production filmed in a stunning house in Woodstock, New York, which serves as the primary location for the film’s second half. THE VIBE Like a bright red coat against a grey sky. It smells of expensive stationery, forest rain, and the metallic tang of a cold pill bottle.

Videos

THE ROOM NEXT DOOR | Teaser Trailer (2024)

Cast

Alessandro Nivola

Juan Diego Botto

Victoria Luengo

Alex Høgh Andersen

Esther-Rose McGregor

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Insomniacs Reviews
- 30 April 2026 at 9:02 PM

⭐ Insomniacs Rating: 7/10
THE SUMMARY
Ingrid (Julianne Moore) and Martha (Tilda Swinton) were close friends in their youth while working for the same magazine, but life pulled them in different directions. Ingrid became a novelist, while Martha became a war correspondent. Years later, they reconnect under extreme circumstances: Martha is terminally ill and wants Ingrid to be in “the room next door” when she decides to end her life on her own terms. It’s a quiet, intensely focused drama about friendship, the ethics of death, and the way we confront the inevitable.
THE PROS
The heavy lifting is done by Moore and Swinton, who make the decades of shared history between their characters feel entirely real. Their conversations aren’t flashy; they’re honest and often uncomfortable, which is where the film finds its strength. It hits a 7 because Pedro Almodóvar brings a distinct, saturated visual style to the story, making even a quiet house in the woods look striking. The script handles a grim subject with a dry, unsentimental wit that keeps it from falling into a “weepy” trap. It’s a smart pick for anyone who prefers a film that relies on dialogue and performance rather than big plot twists.
THE CONS
The pacing is very deliberate, and for some, it will feel like a slog. It stays at a 7 because the dialogue occasionally feels a bit stiff, likely due to it being Almodóvar’s first English-language feature; some of the phrasing doesn’t quite sound like natural conversation. It misses a higher mark because a subplot involving Martha’s estranged daughter feels underdeveloped and pales in comparison to the central bond between the two leads. It’s a serious, thoughtful movie, but its narrow focus means it lacks the broader emotional punch of a true masterpiece.
THE VERDICT
7/10. A dignified, well-acted, and visually sharp look at the end of life. It’s an honest drama that doesn’t shy away from its difficult subject matter. While it won’t be for everyone, it’s a high-quality example of what happens when two world-class actors are given room to breathe.
INSOMNIAC TRIVIA
• This is Pedro Almodóvar’s first full-length feature film in English. He reportedly spent a lot of time working with Swinton and Moore to ensure the specific tone of his writing translated correctly.
• The film won the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival, which is the highest prize given at the event, proving its impact on critics and international audiences.
• To keep the setting feeling isolated and peaceful, the production filmed in a stunning house in Woodstock, New York, which serves as the primary location for the film’s second half.
THE VIBE
Like a bright red coat against a grey sky. It smells of expensive stationery, forest rain, and the metallic tang of a cold pill bottle.

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