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Conclave (film)

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Conclave
US theatrical release poster
Directed byEdward Berger
Screenplay byPeter Straughan
Based onConclave
by Robert Harris
Produced by
  • Tessa Ross
  • Juliette Howell
  • Michael Jackman
  • Alice Dawson
  • Robert Harris
Starring
CinematographyStéphane Fontaine
Edited byNick Emerson
Music byVolker Bertelmann
Production
companies
Distributed by
Release dates
  • 30 August 2024 (2024-08-30) (Telluride)
  • 25 October 2024 (2024-10-25) (United States)
  • 29 November 2024 (2024-11-29) (United Kingdom)
Running time
120 minutes[1]
Countries
  • United Kingdom
  • United States
LanguageEnglish

Conclave is a 2024 psychological thriller film directed by Edward Berger and written by Peter Straughan, based on the 2016 novel by Robert Harris. It stars Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, Sergio Castellitto, and Isabella Rossellini.

The film premiered at the 51st Telluride Film Festival on August 30, 2024 and will be theatrically released in the United States on 25 October 2024 by Focus Features, and in the United Kingdom on 29 November by Black Bear UK.

Premise

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Cardinal Lawrence, tasked with organizing the election of the successor to the deceased Pope, discovers the former Pope had a secret that must be uncovered, concerning one or more of the candidates to succeed to the papacy.[2]

Cast

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Production

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It was announced in May 2022 that Ralph Fiennes, John Lithgow, Stanley Tucci and Isabella Rossellini were set to star in the film, with Edward Berger directing.[3] Additional casting was announced in January 2023 as production began in Rome.[4] Filming also took place in Cinecittà.[5] Filming concluded in March.[6]

Release

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In August 2022, it was revealed that Black Bear Pictures' newly founded British distribution arm had acquired U.K. distribution rights to the film from FilmNation Entertainment, serving as one of its first acquisitions and maiden releases in the United Kingdom; Black Bear's company Elevation Pictures also serves as Canadian distributor.[7]

In November 2023, Focus Features acquired U.S. distribution rights to the film.[8] In July 2024, Conclave was announced as part of the Special Presentations section for the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival scheduled for September 8, 2024.[9][10] The film would subsequently be announced as part of the lineup for the Telluride Film Festival, where it will have its world premiere.[11] Venice Film Festival director Alberto Barbera explained why the film did not play at Venice: "I didn't think it was a Competition film for Venice but I invited it Out of Competition. We tried to figure out timing for it to play here and at Telluride, which they also wanted, but we couldn't find the right dates and timing for it to work. We discussed various options but couldn't get the time that suited everyone. It's a shame."[12]

The film is scheduled to be released in the United States on 25 October 2024.[13] It was previously scheduled for a limited theatrical release on 1 November before opening wide on the following week.[14] It is scheduled to be released in the United Kingdom on 29 November.[1]

Reception

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On the review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, 94% of 31 critics' reviews are positive, with an average rating of 7.8/10.[15] Metacritic, which uses a weighted average, assigned the film a score of 80 out of 100, based on 14 critics, indicating "generally favorable" reviews.[16]

Accolades

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Award Ceremony date Category Recipient(s) Result Ref.
San Sebastián International Film Festival 28 September 2024 Golden Seashell Conclave Pending [17]

References

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  1. ^ a b "Conclave (12A)". British Board of Film Classification. 7 August 2024. Retrieved 8 August 2024.
  2. ^ Lee, Benjamin (10 September 2024). "Conclave review – Ralph Fiennes takes charge of tense papal election thriller". The Guardian. Retrieved 10 September 2024.
  3. ^ Whittock, Jesse (11 May 2022). "Ralph Fiennes To Lead Conspiracy Thriller Conclave With Edward Berger Helming; John Lithgow, Stanley Tucci & Isabella Rossellini Join Cast With FilmNation Selling At Cannes Market". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 11 May 2022.
  4. ^ Ramachandran, Naman (31 January 2023). "Ralph Fiennes-Led Vatican Thriller Conclave From All Quiet on the Western Front Filmmaker Adds Cast, Begins Shoot (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved 6 February 2023.
  5. ^ Vivarelli, Nick (15 September 2022). "Cinecittà Studios Revamp Gets Traction With More Soundstages, International Productions Including Ralph Fiennes Thriller Conclave". Variety. Retrieved 6 February 2023.
  6. ^ "'Conclave'". Backstage. Retrieved 6 February 2023.
  7. ^ "Black Bear International Bolsters Leadership Team As Company Announces U.K. Distribution Plan". Deadline Hollywood. 4 August 2022. Retrieved 26 June 2023.
  8. ^ Yossman, K.J. (10 November 2023). "Edward Berger's 'Conclave,' Starring Ralph Fiennes and John Lithgow, Acquired by Focus Features For U.S." Variety. Retrieved 10 November 2023.
  9. ^ "Conclave". Toronto International Film Festival. Retrieved 19 August 2024.
  10. ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (22 July 2024). "TIFF Galas & Special Presentations Lineup Includes World Premieres From Angelina Jolie, Mike Leigh, Gia Coppola; Starry Pics With Jennifer Lopez, Lily James, Dave Bautista; Int'l Premieres 'Conclave' & 'Piece By Piece', More". Deadline. Retrieved 10 August 2024.
  11. ^ Hammond, Pete (29 August 2024). "Telluride Film Festival Lineup Includes 'Saturday Night', 'The Piano Lesson', 'Conclave' & 'Nickel Boys' World Premieres". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 29 August 2024.
  12. ^ Wiseman, Andreas (2 September 2024). "Venice Chief Alberto Barbera On Apple's Wolfs Strategy, The Petition Calling For A Boycott Of Israeli Films & Journalists' Ire Over The Lack Of Talent Access". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 2 September 2024.
  13. ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (13 September 2024). "Focus Features' 'Conclave' Going A Week Earlier This Fall & Wide". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 13 September 2024.
  14. ^ Grobar, Matt (8 March 2024). "Edward Berger's Papal Thriller 'Conclave' Starring Ralph Fiennes Sets U.S. Release Date With Focus". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 8 March 2024.
  15. ^ "Conclave". Rotten Tomatoes. Fandango Media. Retrieved 17 September 2024. Edit this at Wikidata
  16. ^ "Conclave". Metacritic. Fandom, Inc. Retrieved 15 September 2024.
  17. ^ Taylor, Nick. "San Sebastián Announces Their Competition Slate!". The Film Experience. Retrieved 21 August 2024.
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