Oscars 2025: Has The Next Room Just Become The Movie To Beat?

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Renowned Spanish filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar has made waves once again, with his latest film The Room Next Door winning the prestigious Golden Lion at the 2025 Venice Film Festival. As Almodóvar’s first English-language feature, the film is now poised to be a frontrunner for the 2025 Oscars, a significant milestone in the acclaimed director’s career.

Pedro Almodóvar’s Triumph at the Venice Film Festival

The Room Next Door has solidified Almodóvar’s status as one of the most revered filmmakers in the world by clinching the Golden Lion, one of the highest honors in cinema. The film’s win has already propelled it into the spotlight for the upcoming awards season, making it one of the top contenders for the 2025 Academy Awards.

Almodóvar has long been a favorite within the Academy. His work has earned him multiple nominations and wins over the years, with All About My Mother (1999) winning the Oscar for Best International Feature Film, and Talk to Her (2002) bringing home the Oscar for Best Original Screenplay. With his latest victory, The Room Next Door is being touted as the film to beat in several categories at the Oscars.

The Room Next Door: Almodóvar’s First English-Language Film

The Room Next Door marks a major turning point in Pedro Almodóvar’s illustrious career, as it is his first film entirely in English. The filmmaker, known for his vibrant storytelling and complex characters, has already gained widespread acclaim for his Spanish-language films, but his venture into English-language cinema could open up new opportunities and broader recognition on the international stage.

According to Variety, Almodóvar’s latest film is expected to dominate the upcoming awards season, not only for its direction and screenplay but also for its technical achievements. The film’s high praise further solidifies Almodóvar's status as a filmmaking master capable of delivering emotional depth and artistic brilliance, regardless of language.

Almodóvar’s History of Success at the Academy Awards

Almodóvar is no stranger to the Academy Awards. His past works have earned several nominations and accolades, beginning with Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown (1988), which was nominated for Best International Feature Film. He later won the Best International Feature Film Oscar for All About My Mother (1999), and Talk to Her (2002) earned him two nominations for Best Director and Best Original Screenplay, with the latter bringing home the win.

More recently, his semi-autobiographical film Pain and Glory (2019) received nominations for Best International Feature Film and Best Actor for Antonio Banderas. Almodóvar’s ability to craft powerful narratives that resonate with both international audiences and critics has made him a perennial contender during awards season, and The Room Next Door seems poised to continue this tradition.

Technical Nominations Expected for The Room Next Door

In addition to major categories like Best Picture and Best Director, The Room Next Door is expected to receive nominations in various technical categories. Cinematographer Eduard Grau, who was previously nominated for his work on A Single Man (2009) and Passing (2022), is a likely contender for an Oscar nod. Interestingly, despite Almodóvar’s extensive filmography, none of his previous films have been nominated for cinematography at the Oscars, making this a potential first for the director.

Another expected nomination comes from long-time Almodóvar collaborator Alberto Iglesias, who composed the score for The Room Next Door. Iglesias has already been nominated for an Academy Award four times (for The Constant Gardener, The Kite Runner, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, and Almodóvar’s Parallel Mothers), and his latest work could earn him yet another Oscar nomination.

A Promising Road Ahead for The Room Next Door at the 2025 Oscars

With the Golden Lion win under its belt, The Room Next Door is likely to be a major player at the 2025 Academy Awards. The film’s critical success, combined with Almodóvar’s established track record with the Academy, makes it a strong contender in multiple categories, from Best Director and Best Picture to technical awards for cinematography and score.

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