McKnight's January 24, 2025
When I first heard about Pedro Almodóvar’s new film “The Room Next Door,” I was intrigued. The director, known for his ability to capture the raw complexity of human emotions, had openly voiced his support for euthanasia — a significant stance, particularly in the wake of Spain’s 2021 legalization of the practice.
The film sets out to tackle this important and sensitive subject. While it is visually stunning and thought-provoking in parts, its emotional core feels underdeveloped, leaving the metaphorical “room next door” hollow — a missed opportunity to fully explore the gravity of the issue.
Visually arresting but emotionally distant narrative
The cinematography of “The Room Next Door” is undeniably breathtaking — lush, vivid and sophisticatedly color-coordinated. However,...
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