19/12
Based on Robert Harris' 2016 novel "Conclave"
Scenario
When Cardinal Lawrence is tasked with presiding over one of the world’s most secretive and ancient events, the election of a new pope, he finds himself at the center of a conspiracy that could shake the very foundations of the Catholic Church.. Sister Agnes: Even though we sisters are supposed to be invisible, God gave us eyes and ears anyway.. Overall a very good film, which makes good use of the talents of the cast and crew.
A very accessible presentation
Many nice extras add interest and entertainment value, eg Lines delivered in Latin with English subtitles. I particularly liked the audio work, as the lyrics were easier to hear and understand than in many other recent films, and the music was very effective. The characters and staging may have been refined a bit to appeal to a wider audience.
A sharper, more realistic depiction would be an interesting alternative here
This film should be especially entertaining to those interested in the development of the papacy through new popes, showing the changing understanding of how to interpret the teachings of Christ in the modern world. Be sure to watch this if you have a strong opinion about the choices the Church makes in selecting popes. Non-Catholics will also enjoy this look at how sausage is made, and we don’t often see this inside perspective.
This film tells more about the intrigues and Machiavellian behavior in the cardinal’s choir
The only comparable film recently was "Two Popes" the more heartfelt the story was. The climax of the plot is near the end, but it is well worth the wait, and it is quite unpredictable.. Check out our list of exciting new films from this year’s film festivals, including Venice, TIFF, New York Film Festival and more.