The film, adapted from a Sigrid Nunez novel, marks Pedro Almodovar’s English language debut.
There are lots of ways to live inside a tragedy.
Ingrid cannot fathom how Martha could make this choice or how she could be so casual about it.
Tilda Swinton and Julianne Moore in ‘The Room Next Door’.Courtesy of TIFF
How one sees these moments will probably depend on one’s level of comfort with death.
My own existential crisis rose to the surface alongside Ingrids as she struggled to understand Martha’s decision.
But Ingrid realizes it’s not about understanding the choice; it’s about being there.
Julianne Moore and Tilda Swinton in ‘The Room Next Door’.Courtesy of TIFF
Instead, it’s about showing up, even in moments of deep confusion or disagreement.
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Turturros unique blend of charm and realism shines as he slips into this world like its a favorite sweater.
Still, even with its preoccupation with death,The Room Next Dooris not a dour film.
