Conclave film
Share this @internewscast.com

Speculation surrounding a conclave to elect a pope is a time-honoured tradition.

But for the impending conclave following the death of Pope Francis, the ranks of armchair Vatican experts have swelled thanks to Hollywood.

“Conclave”, the moody political thriller set to release in 2024, introduces audiences to the ancient and ceremonial papal selection process, though with the flair of cinematic intrigue and unexpected plot twists.

Conclave film
Ralph Fiennes in the 2024 film Conclave.(AP)

“He committed a mortal sin and would be automatically excommunicated. Such an action would be egregiously wrong,” Reese said.

According to Cavanaugh, the notion of a cardinal bribing others for votes, as depicted in the movie, is a complete fiction, and the depicted level of political maneuvering is greatly exaggerated.

Kurt Martens, a professor of canon law at the Catholic University of America in Washington, pointed out that the film inaccurately portrays cardinals as either staunch liberals or conservatives.

“Those labels don’t help us,” he said because cardinals are very cautious in expressing their opinions and “even someone we think is a liberal cardinal is pretty conservative by secular standards.”

And he added that even in an unusually large conclave like this year’s, the rule requiring the next pope wins at least a two-thirds majority of the vote ensures that “whatever we call extreme” likely won’t get enough votes.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like
Are we in an AI tech bubble and what happens if it bursts?

Assessing the Potential of an AI Tech Bubble: Implications of a Market Correction

According to the valuations, the company behind ChatGPT is now worth more…

Israel Postpones Gaza Border Reopening, Halts Humanitarian Aid Amid Rising Tensions

Israel has delayed the reopening of a crucial border crossing between Gaza…
'Enforcer' Trump secured peace deal because of one key detail: Sharma

Sharma Reveals the Crucial Factor Behind Trump’s Successful Peace Deal

Exclusive: Australia’s former ambassador to Israel says Donald Trump’s enforcer-style approach to…

Australian Military Prepares for Potential Troop Deployment to Gaza Amid Rising Tensions

The Australian Defence Force (ADF) is making contingency plans for deploying troops…
A dedicated young woman seated in the gym, deeply focused on her phone, showcasing the blend of concentration and relaxation during workout routines.

Understanding Your Consumer Rights: How to Cancel a Gym Membership in Australia Hassle-Free

Few things are more frustrating than deciding to cancel your gym membership…
'Are you at work?': Bluey fans wait up to 18 hours for a coin

Bluey Fans Endure 18-Hour Wait for Exclusive Coin Release: A Viral Collector’s Craze

Dedicated Bluey enthusiasts camped out overnight, with some braving an 18-hour wait,…
CFA crews monitor bushfires and begin back burns between the towns of Orbost and Lakes Entrance in east Gipplsland  on January 02, 2020 in Australia.

Australia Faces $330 Billion Threat as Bushfire Season Looms: Urgent Preparedness Needed

Ahead of Australia’s bushfire season, a landmark report has found bad wildfires…
Posts showing the AI-generated dogs featured in Peter Alexander's campaign copped plenty of backlash on Instagram.

Prepare for a Surge in ‘Creepy’ AI Dog Ads: How Peter Alexander is Shaping the Future of Advertising

Peter Alexander’s innovative marketing campaign, spearheaded by generative AI, might have rubbed…
Tabitha Acret looking at a picture of her daughter.

New South Wales Unveils Australia’s Most Stringent Domestic Violence Legislation

The state of New South Wales has introduced groundbreaking legislation targeting domestic…
CCTV footage has shown the moment a woman was randomly stabbed in broad daylight while walking to work at a sushi restaurant in Melbourne's CBD. 

Shocking Daylight Attack: Woman Brutally Stabbed on Her Morning Commute

Surveillance cameras captured the unsettling moment when a woman was unexpectedly attacked…
Australia's deadliest jobs revealed

Unveiling Australia’s Most Dangerous Professions: A 2023 Analysis of Workplace Fatalities

A mere six sectors accounted for a staggering 80% of workplace fatalities…
Lucinda Miller

Uber Driver’s Crucial Tip Leads Police to Discovery of Missing Victorian Woman’s Remains

Insights from an Uber driver have led detectives to uncover human remains,…