In this interview on Fresh Air, Tilda Swinton shares insights into her role in Pedro Almodóvar's latest film, *The Room Next Door*. The film follows a woman's choice to end her life and the friend who stands by her side. Swinton connects deeply with the film’s themes of death, reflecting on her own experiences with loved ones facing mortality. She praises the film’s beauty, its lyrical dialogue, and the striking contrast between her character's ghostly appearance and the film's vibrant backdrop. Swinton also opens up about her battle with long COVID, which has affected her cognitive function, and discusses how witnessing the deaths of close friends, including Derek Jarman, has shaped her views on life and death. The conversation wraps up with Swinton talking about her personal style and her interpretation of "queer."
