Edward Berger's Oscar-winning film 'Conclave' has re-entered the cultural conversation following Pope Francis' death. The 2024 film feels prescient considering the upcoming conclave – something ...

Conclave's Black Smoke Resembles Failed Deliberation During the conclave, the cardinals' first vote is cast to narrow down their options among candidates who might best lead the Church.

Early this spring, at the height of conclave mania, an old photo made the rounds on social media: two cardinals lighting up. Dressed in black cassocks and red zucchettos, they held their cigarettes ...