Overview

• Directed by Edward Berger and starring Ralph Fiennes, ‘Konklave’ explores political intrigue during a fictional papal election.
• The film was celebrated for its cinematography, editing, and production design, earning eight Oscar nominations and winning for Best Adapted Screenplay.
• Following Pope Francis’s death on April 21, 2025, the film has seen a significant increase in streaming viewership.
• Critics continue to praise its technical craftsmanship and subversion of traditional Vatican thriller tropes.
• ‘Konklave’ balances ritualistic authenticity with a gripping narrative, blending real-world resonance with genre-defying storytelling.