Ralph Fiennes Reflects on Unexpected Film Career

Originally drawn to theater by Shakespeare, Fiennes now stars in the film 'Konklave' directed by Edward Berger.

Ralph Fiennes, known for roles in 'Grand Budapest Hotel' and 'James Bond - Spectre', initially pursued acting for theater, not film.
Fiennes is featured in the upcoming movie 'Konklave', where he plays a cardinal involved in a papal election amidst a personal crisis of faith.
The film, based on Robert Harris's novel, is described as having Shakespearean elements, yet distinctly cinematic in its execution.
Fiennes praises director Edward Berger for his cinematic vision, highlighting the authentic recreation of the Sistine Chapel in Rome's Cinecittà Studios.
The actor emphasizes the importance of a film set feeling like a real world, distinguishing it from the theatrical stage.