“Conclave” Is a Mild Thriller About a Tense Papal Election
The political maneuvering of cardinals gathered in the Vatican to choose a new Pope gives rise to fine performances but merely methodical drama.
‘Conclave’ hits theaters today. What really happens when a new pope is elected?
With an all-star cast including Ralph Fiennes and Stanley Tucci, “Conclave“ has attracted a lot of Hollywood buzz. It has also raised some questions: How is a pope really elected? Does the movie get it right?
‘Conclave’ and Ralph Fiennes go for the (papal) throne
“Conclave” wasn’t made with the Vatican’s involvement; it was shot at the legendary Rome studio Cinecittà. The film, made for about $20 million and scripted by Peter Straughan, is primarily a procedural, albeit one with a spiritual dimension.
Ralph Fiennes leads an all-star cast in the search for a new pope in 'Conclave'
"Conclave," a thriller from director Edward Berger, showcases the inner workings of how a new pope is chosen. With Ralph Fiennes and Stanley Tucci.
'They have the same vices as we do': How new thriller Conclave is lifting the lid on the Pope's election
Based on a bestselling novel by Robert Harris, the Oscar-tipped film imagines what goes on behind the scenes of the secretive process – complete with scheming, smearing and leaking.
Review: In 'Conclave,' a quest to elect a new pope leads down some less-than-holy pathways
Ideally, those goals and desires will overlap, and while a version of this question may already be on your mind, the specific electorate I'm referring to happens to be a group of cardinals, sequestered in the Vatican in Edward Berger's “Conclave.
‘Conclave’ review: Ralph Fiennes’ pope thriller is actually pretty thrilling
With beautiful cinematography and solid performances, "Conclave" is a thrilling tale of a mysterious process, writes Moira Macdonald.
Ralph Fiennes manages ambition and deceit as the Catholic church picks a new pope in ‘Conclave’
The new movie Conclave dramatizes the Vatican's search for a new pope — and the perils of ambition within its ranks. Ralph Fiennes talks about his starring role.
Conclave Offers Microcosm of Today’s Political Shocks via the Papal Election from Hell
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Conclave Ending Explained: Breaking Down The Shocking Twist And What Director Edward Berger Has To Say About It
In Conclave, Cardinal Lawrence ( Ralph Fiennes) is tasked with organizing the election of the successor to the recently ...
Papal politics take an unholy turn in the clever thriller 'Conclave'
When the pope dies, backbiting, infighting and ruthless smear campaigning taint the effort to find his successor. Ralph Fiennes stars in a film perfectly timed for this nail-biting election season.
‘Conclave’: A Fly on the Wall Inside the Secret Process to Elect a Pope
Berger, whose credits include the Oscar-winning “All Quiet on the Western Front,” described “Conclave” as a “chess game of ...
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Review: ‘Conclave’ Examines the Machinations – and Scandals – Surrounding a Papal Election
For the uninitiated, the papal conclave refers to the gathering of the cardinals of the Catholic Church to appoint the next pontiff by way of a two-thirds majority. (The process was colorfully ...
‘Conclave’ ending: Stars break down the pope’s shocking secret and what it means
Here’s what to know about the controversial ending of “Conclave,” explained by Fiennes and Rossellini.
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Edward Berger Elevates Papal Potboiler ‘Conclave' Into an Oscar Contender - Here's How
When "All Quiet on the Western Front" director Edward Berger first read Peter Straughan's script for "Conclave," his ...
'Conclave' movie review: You must see this white-knuckle papal thriller
Just wait till you see a bunch of catty Catholic cardinals vie to be the next pope in “Conclave.” Director Edward ...
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How ‘Conclave’ Imagines the Most Hidden Parts of the Vatican
Davies pulled what she calls her film "community card" to snag private early morning Vatican tours for key members of ...
'Conclave' Is the Most Fun You Can Have in a Fake Vatican
Sergio Castellitto stars as Cardinal Tedesco 'Conclave' Credit - Focus Features. T here’s something hilarious, and wonderful, ...