Tilda Swinton explores assisted suicide in Pedro Almodovar’s 'The Room Next Door'

TORONTO (AP) — Although “The Room Next Door” is Pedro Almodóvar’s first English-language feature, Tilda Swinton notes that he’s never written in a language that anyone else truly speaks. “He writes in Pedro language, and here he is making another film in another version...

Book Review: 'The Last Dream,' short stories scattered with the seeds of Pedro Almodovar films

The seeds of Spanish filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar's later cinematic work are scattered throughout the pages of “The Last Dream,” his newly published collection of short writings. The stories and essays were gathered together by Almodóvar's longtime assistant, including many...

‘The Room Next Door' tops Venice Film Festival. Nicole Kidman misses acting honor due to mom’s death

VENICE, Italy (AP) — “The Room Next Door,” Pedro Almodóvar’s English-language debut starring Julianne Moore and Tilda Swinton, topped the Venice Film Festival and was awarded its Golden Lion award Saturday. Nicole Kidman was awarded the best actress prize, for her raw and...

Pedro Almodóvar’s English-language debut ‘The Room Next Door’ wins top prize at the Venice Film Festival

Lady Gaga, Joaquin Phoenix bring 'Joker: Folie à Deux’ to Venice Film Festival

VENICE, Italy (AP) — Five years after “ Joker ” won the top prize at the Venice Film Festival, director Todd Phillips can’t help but be a little nervous about returning with its sequel. “Joker: Folie à Deux,” one of the festival's most anticipated films of the 81st...

Almodóvar returns to Venice with 'The Room Next Door' and gets a nearly 20 minute ovation

VENICE, Italy (AP) — Spanish filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar returned to the Venice Film Festival with stars Tilda Swinton and Julianne Moore. Their film, “The Room Next Door,” had its world premiere on the Lido Monday evening, where it received a standing ovation for nearly 20 minutes. ...

Here’s everything you need to know about the Venice Film Festival

VENICE, Italy (AP) — The 81st edition of the Venice Film Festival is underway, with major Hollywood films and stars arriving in Italy. The festival kicked off Wednesday with the world premiere of “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” before it opens in theaters worldwide next week. ...

Venice Film Festival: From ‘Joker 2’ to ‘Maria,’ here are 10 movies to get excited about

VENICE, Italy (AP) — Some of Hollywood’s biggest stars are getting ready to descend on the Venice Film Festival this week, from George Clooney and Angelina Jolie to Lady Gaga and Brad Pitt. But while the allure of A-listers on those picturesque docks is a welcome return to form...

New York Film Festival sets main slate with movies by Pedro Almodóvar, Sean Baker and Mati Diop

NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Film Festival on Tuesday unveiled the main slate for its 62nd edition, with selections including Sean Baker's Palme d'Or-winning “Anora,” Pedro Almodóvar's “The Room Next Door” and Mati Diop's “Dahomey.” Thirty-three features will make up...