Pedro Almodóvar Honored with San Sebastian's Donostia Award
The Spanish filmmaker will receive the award at the festival's 72nd edition, coinciding with the screening of his first English-language film.
- Almodóvar's latest film, 'The Room Next Door,' stars Tilda Swinton and Julianne Moore.
- The film will premiere at the Venice Film Festival before screening at San Sebastian.
- Almodóvar has a long history with the San Sebastian Film Festival, dating back to 1980.
- He has previously presented the Donostia Award to notable figures like Al Pacino and Antonio Banderas.
- Almodóvar is celebrated for his pioneering work in LGBTIQ+ storytelling and unique visual style.