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Podcast: The MadHouse
Episode: Conclave (2024)
Description: This political thriller was directed by Edward Berger, is based on the 2016 novel by Robert Harris of the same name and stars Ralph Fiennes, Isabella Rossellini, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow & Sergio Castellitto. In this film, after the sudden death of The Pope, a conclave is organized by The Dean, who manages to summon a handful of worthy successors. However, on the Eve of the Conclave, many accusations & stories begin to circulate surrounding the chosen candidates which then spark heated debates on who shall be the next Pope. This film debuted at the Telluride Film Festival in August of 2024 before...