This Week's Films: 'Leurs enfants après eux' Shines, 'Conclave' Impresses, 'Wicked' Divides

New releases range from a poignant coming-of-age drama to a gripping Vatican thriller and a colorful musical adaptation.

'Leurs enfants après eux,' adapted from Nicolas Mathieu's Goncourt-winning novel, receives widespread praise for its lyrical portrayal of adolescence and social constraints in 1990s France.
'Conclave,' a thriller set within the secretive world of Vatican politics, is lauded for its intense narrative and standout performances by Ralph Fiennes and Stanley Tucci.
'Wicked,' the cinematic adaptation of the Broadway musical, offers vibrant visuals and themes of inclusion but has drawn mixed reactions for its execution and reliance on familiarity with the source material.
The documentary 'Il était une fois Michel Legrand' provides an intimate and kaleidoscopic look at the legendary composer's life, blending archival footage with personal insights.
Other notable releases include 'Limonov, la ballade,' a visually bold but polarizing biopic, and 'Marmaille,' a heartfelt debut exploring family dynamics in Réunion.