Conclave, the 2024 political thriller starring Ralph Fiennes, has seen a surge in popularity following the historic election of Pope Leo XIV. With its gripping portrayal of the Vatican's secretive papal selection process, the film has been referenced by insiders and reportedly watched by several cardinals—some as preparation for their first conclave. Even Pope Leo XIV himself viewed the film beforehand, adding a cinematic twist to one of the Church’s most solemn traditions.
