When Cardinal Lawrence is tasked with leading one of the world’s most secretive and ancient events, selecting a new Pope, he finds himself at the center of a conspiracy that could shake the very foundation of the Catholic Church. The actions that Cardinal Lawrence and the rest of the cardinals take during the film’s conclave process are true and accurate to the Catholic faith and centuries of tradition. The Vatican really makes an official announcement that the throne of the Holy See (the governing body of the Catholic Church) is vacant. The papal apartment is really closed with a purple ribbon and sealed with a papal wax seal. The College of Cardinals are really sequestered in apartments (called the Domus Sanctae Marthae, or House of Saint Martha in real life) to eat and sleep between votes.
And finally, the windows and doors of the Sistine Chapel, where the actual elections and voting take place, are indeed darkened, closed, and locked to maintain the secrecy of the conclave. Ayendi is said to be the first African. Pope. The Roman Catholic Church has had three African popes: Victor I (189-199 AD), Miltiades (also known as Melchiades, 311-314 AD), and Gelasius I (492-496 AD). Sister Agnes: Although we sisters are supposed to be invisible, God has nevertheless given us eyes and ears.
Allegri: MisererePerformed by Capella Musicale Pontificia Sistina, Massimo Palombella Courtesy of Deutsche Grammophon GMBH Under license from Universal Music Operations Ltd. The Conclave is a great film that will definitely keep you on the edge of your seat and hold your breath. Ralph Fiennes gives an Oscar-worthy lead performance as he is incredible as Cardinal Lawrence. When he gives his speech and says, “There is one sin I have come to fear above all others: certainty. If there were only certainty and no doubt, there would be no mystery.
And therefore, there is no need for faith…” Absolute chills. The script and dialogue are smart and well-crafted, but also lifted by superb acting throughout. Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, Sergio Castellitto, and Isabella Rossellini were all excellent in their respective roles. This film should be nominated for multiple Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Screenplay, Actor in a Leading Role, Best Cinematography, and more. The score is perfect as it perfectly captures every defining twist as the drama unfolds.
The story is gripping, the pacing is solid and all the characters are so interesting in their own way.