Conclave Flim Review

Conclave, is a political thriller set inside the Vatican. The film follows Cardinal Lawrence and other cardinals as they vote to elect a new Pope after the sudden death of the previous one. Despite its dramatic premise, the movie struggles to engage the audience due to its overly long dialogue and repetitive voting scenes.

The plot centers on the election process and the secrets of various cardinals, but much of the story is bogged down by tedious discussions and slow pacing. Character development is minimal for most of the supporting cardinals, making it difficult to care about their choices or conflicts. Even the supposedly dramatic twists feel forced and fail to create real suspense.

The acting is competent, but even strong performances cannot overcome the dull script and static direction. The cinematography highlights the grandeur of the Vatican, but the visual style cannot compensate for the sluggish storytelling.

Overall, Conclave is a boring film for me but for a different audience such as elders may find this film interesting. While it may appeal to those deeply interested in Vatican politics, the long runtime, repetitive dialogue, and lack of tension make it hard to recommend.

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