“Conclave”

7.8

One word – intense.

Sorry, almost forgot – Peace be with you.

Like “Bridge of Spies” from a few years ago, but far better, in my humble opinion.

This cast is absolutely stellar. There’s so much fire power that there was an underlying temptation to overpower each scene, but they all turned in perfectly balanced performances anchored in intensity and restraint with each passing frame, in a sort of dance with one another as we all worked our way to the credits rolling.

I NEVER expected the twist in the third act… I was genuinely shocked by that bomb they dropped.

Even if you’re not Catholic, you’ll find something to enjoy in this one. A procedural drama masterclass.