Overview

• 'Konklave,' directed by Edward Berger and based on Robert Harris's bestseller, explores the secretive process of electing a new pope.
• The film, released in autumn 2024, won multiple awards, including an Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay by Peter Straughan.
• Interest in the film has surged following the death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday, with its themes mirroring current events in the Vatican.
• Featuring an ensemble cast led by Ralph Fiennes, the story delves into ideological conflicts between reformist and conservative cardinals.
• Shot at Cinecittà Studios in Rome, the film is now widely available for streaming, praised for its human portrayal of Vatican figures and a score by Volker Bertelmann.