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Ralph Fiennes Reflects on Unexpected Film Career

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

Overview

  • 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.