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Almodóvar's Funniest Film Yet: A Look at His Latest Work

opinion-review · 2026-08-05

Pedro Almodóvar's latest film, described as his funniest to date, is the subject of a recent article in the German newspaper 'der Freitag'. The piece, titled 'Frauen am Rande eines Nervenzusammenbruchs: Pedro Almodóvars bis jetzt lustigster Film', references the director's classic film 'Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown' and discusses his comedic evolution. The article also touches on the recent migrant crisis in Ceuta, where thousands of people swam from Morocco to the Spanish enclave, overwhelming the local population of under 100,000. European leaders, including those in Germany, responded with criticism and blame rather than solutions. The article is part of the 'Endlich Freitag!' newsletter, which offers a daily perspective from the 'der Freitag' editorial team.

Key facts

  • Pedro Almodóvar's latest film is described as his funniest yet.
  • The article references Almodóvar's 1988 film 'Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown'.
  • Tens of thousands of people swam from Morocco to Ceuta, a Spanish enclave, last week.
  • Ceuta has a population of less than 100,000 and was overwhelmed by the influx.
  • European capitals, including Germany, responded with accusations and blame.
  • Spain's proposal to grant residency to some irregular migrants was criticized.
  • The article is from 'der Freitag' and is part of the 'Endlich Freitag!' newsletter.
  • The article was written by Alina Saha.

Entities

Artists

  • Pedro Almodóvar

Institutions

  • der Freitag

Locations

  • Ceuta
  • Spain
  • Morocco
  • Germany

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