Based on Robert Harris’ 2016 novel Conclave
Synopsis
When Cardinal Lawrence is tasked with presiding over one of the world’s most mysterious and ancient events and selecting a new Pope, he finds himself at the center of a conspiracy that could shake the foundations of the Catholic Church.
Sister Agnes: Though we sisters are meant to be invisible, God has nevertheless given us eyes and ears to be seen
This is a serious film, perhaps the only serious film I’ve seen this year, and it can be considered an adult film as many of the many details in this film will not be grasped by younger audiences.
The film has great colors, details, sets, script and plot, with a few twists thrown in for good measure
There were only adults in the matinee on opening day and this was the best attended matinee I’ve attended so far this year.
It features a great cast and some really good actors
I don’t really consider it a mystery as the plot was clear to me early on, but it is presented in a very good way.