Film Review

‘Conclave’: Possibly 2024’s Best Dramatic Film

Cardinals pick a new pope. Who would have thought such a solemn and stately story would crackle with enough electricity to have you on the edge of your seat?
‘Conclave’: Possibly 2024’s Best Dramatic Film
Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes, center) is in charge of the proceedings, in "Conclave." Focus Features
Mark Jackson
Mark Jackson
Film Critic
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PG | 2h | Drama | Oct. 25, 2024

Arriving on the heels of “Heart of a Servant: The Father Flanagan Story”—a documentary about one of the most exemplary Catholic priests who ever lived—comes “Conclave,” a drama-thriller about the partisan politics, power-plays, and pernicious ploys at the heart of picking a new pope.
Mark Jackson
Mark Jackson
Film Critic
Mark Jackson is the senior film critic for The Epoch Times and a Rotten Tomatoes-approved critic. Mark earned a bachelor's degree in philosophy from Williams College, followed by classical theater conservatory training, and has 20 years' experience as a New York professional actor. He narrated The Epoch Times audiobook "How the Specter of Communism Is Ruling Our World," available on iTunes, Audible, and YouTube. Mark is featured in the book "How to Be a Film Critic in Five Easy Lessons" by Christopher K. Brooks. In addition to films, he enjoys Harley-Davidsons, rock-climbing, qigong, martial arts, and human rights activism.
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