Pedro Almodovar's film 'The Room Next Door' received the prestigious Golden Lion award at the Venice Film Festival, marking his first English-language feature. The film, which explores themes of euthanasia and features Tilda Swinton and Julianne Moore, was celebrated with an 18-minute standing ovation during its premiere. Nicole Kidman won the best actress award for her performance in 'Babygirl', a role she could not accept in person due to the sudden death of her mother, while Vincent Lindon received the best actor award for 'The Quiet Son'. Almodovar emphasized the importance of dignity in death, stating that it is a fundamental human right. Brady Corbet was awarded best director for 'The Brutalist', with Italian film 'Vermiglio' taking the Grand Jury Prize. The festival showcased various films tackling difficult subjects, highlighting the depth and diversity of contemporary cinema.