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Critic Hannah Strong
rated 6

In the pantheon of films about terminal illness, it’s refreshing to find one that takes such a humane approach to the subject of assisted suicide, focusing on personal agency but also the emotional toll for those around the patient.

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Cast & Crew

John Turturro
As Damian
Tilda Swinton
As Martha / Michelle
Julianne Moore
As Ingrid
Juan Diego Botto
As Photographer
Alessandro Nivola
As Policeman
Raúl Arévalo
As Spanish Priest (Bernardo)

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What is The Room Next Door about? Toggle content

In a quiet retreat, two old friends reunite after years apart. Ingrid, a successful author, finds herself face-to-face with Martha, a war correspondent grappling with terminal illness. As they delve into their shared memories and past experiences, the bond between them deepens in unexpected ways. However, Martha's shocking request challenges everything Ingrid has come to understand about friendship and mortality. The film explores themes of loss, resilience, and the complexities of relationships in the face of impending tragedy. In this poignant drama, love and vulnerability intertwine as both women confront their fears together.

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You can stream The Room Next Door on: Netflix Apple TV Amazon Store Fandango at Home

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as The Room Next Door include The Brutalist, Ordinary Angels, Perfect Days, Aftersun, The Penguin Lessons, Close.

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The Room Next Door was released in theaters on January 17, 2025.