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[...] The reader will end up obtaining the maximum amount of information about me as a filmmaker, as a storyteller, and about the way my life makes one thing and the others blend together.” This is how the author defines this volume, in a brilliant introduction that also serves to put it into perspective: the twelve stories that make it up span several periods, from the late 1960s to the present day, and they reflect some of his most intimate obsessions, as well as his evolution as an artist. The dark school years, the influence of fiction on life, the unexpected effects of chance, the sophistication of humor, the drawbacks of fame, the fascination with books, and experimentation with narrative genres are some of the themes that populate this essential book, which contains multiple layers of reading.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e ENGLISH DESCRIPTION\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003ePedro Almodóvar's most personal book: a self-portrait articulated in twelve tales that reveal his secret passion for writing.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"A book of findings. That Almodóvar was a writer, that I already knew. We just needed to find out since when. From an early age up until the day before yesterday, his narrative takes us by the hand through an astonishing forest. To be born backwards (at the end) and to live backwards is just one of his talents. There are more--moving forward like a streetcar (of desire) too. By reading these tales, one does not know if it is an invitation to his head or his soul. Either way, it is a gift. And a sweet intrusion.\" --Ray Loriga\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e\"This book is the closest thing to a fragmented autobiography... The reader will obtain great insight about me as a filmmaker, as a storyteller, and in the way my life makes one thing, and all others mix.\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e This is how the author defines this volume in a brilliant introduction that also sets a perspective: the twelve tales that comprise it encompass several eras, from the late sixties to date, all of them reflecting some of his most intimate obsessions, as well as his evolution as an artist. His dark school years, the influence of fiction in his life, the unexpected effects of chance, the sophistication of humor, the downside of fame, his fascination with books, and his experimentation with different narrative genres are some of the themes that inhabit this indispensable book, with a multilayered interpretation.","brand":"Reservoir Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55302201999704,"sku":"LIB-EL-RE-5","price":20.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0925\/8464\/0856\/files\/el-ultimo-sueno-pedro-almodovar-4886931.jpg?v=1761842801"},{"product_id":"la-habitacion-de-al-lado-pedro-almodovar","title":"La habitación de al lado guion basado en la novela Cuál es tu tormento de Sigrid Nunez","description":"\u003cb\u003e***Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival***\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe book that accompanies Pedro Almodóvar’s new film, the first in his career shot entirely in English, starring Tilda Swinton and Julianne Moore.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eA gift for cinephiles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ingrid and Martha were very close friends in their youth. They worked at the same magazine, but Ingrid ended up becoming an autofiction novelist and Martha a war reporter. Life circumstances separated them, and after many years without contact, they meet again in New York in a critical yet strangely sweet situation. Martha, who has been a very imperfect mother and has grown distant from her daughter, suffers from a serious illness. Ingrid will accompany her for several months, while they talk about death, friendship, and sexual pleasure as good allies to fight against the horror and cruelty of a world determined to move toward destruction.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e This edition contains, in addition to the Spanish script of the film, an epilogue signed by Almodóvar himself that includes, in an unpublished text, his reflections on grief; it is also richly illustrated in full color with film stills, behind-the-scenes images, and storyboard excerpts. The Room Next Door is a book that serves as the perfect companion to the feature film and will attract all lovers of cinema and culture.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eENGLISH DESCRIPTION\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e***Winner of the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival***\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe companion to the new movie by Pedro Almodóvar, his first filmed entirely in English, starring Tilda Swinton and Julianne Moore.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eA gift for movie lovers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ingrid and Martha were close friends when they were young. They worked at the same magazine, but Ingrid went on to become a novelist and Martha a war reporter. They drifted apart but, many years after losing touch, they meet again in New York in dire but strangely touching circumstances. Martha, an imperfect mother who is estranged from her daughter, is gravely ill. Ingrid becomes her companion for the next few months, during which time they have long discussions about death, friendship and sexual pleasure as hedges against the cruelty and horror of a world bent on destruction.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e This edition includes the Spanish-language script for the film and an epilogue by Almodóvar containing his never-before-published reflections about grief. It also features color stills from the film, scenes from the set and excerpts from the storyboard. The Room Next Door is the perfect companion to the film and a treat for movie fans and cultural aficionados.","brand":"Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55302222578008,"sku":"LIB-LA-RE-102","price":20.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0925\/8464\/0856\/files\/la-habitacion-de-al-lado-pedro-almodovar-9950645.jpg?v=1761779841"},{"product_id":"libro-la-piel-que-habito-pedro-almodovar","title":"La piel que habito","description":"\u003cp\u003eSince his wife suffered burns all over her body in a car accident, Dr. Robert Ledgard, a renowned plastic surgeon, has been interested in creating a new skin that could have saved her. Twelve years later, he manages to cultivate it in his own laboratory—a skin sensitive to touch, yet a true shield against all the external and internal aggressions that our largest organ endures. To achieve this, he has utilized the possibilities offered by cell therapy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBesides years of study and experimentation, Robert needed a human guinea pig, an accomplice, and no scruples. Scruples were never a problem; they were not part of his character. Marilia, the woman who has cared for him since the day he was born, is his most loyal accomplice and will never fail him. And as for the human guinea pig...\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWithin a year, dozens of young people of both sexes disappear from their homes, often voluntarily. One of these young people ends up sharing the splendid mansion, El Cigarral, with Robert and Marilia. 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