I agree, and I think that character was very much cinematically framed to represent purity/an authentic vessel of god, rather than the power-hungry politcers who are only man, and the idea that character would have that twist that represented duality felt very fitting
He should have also won for The English Patient. Not only does he perform under heavy makeup lying in bed dying as convincingly as possible but that scene where he carries wounded Catherine up to the cave and completely dissolves into tears against a soaring soundtrack by Gabriel Yared is something that mesmerizes me to this day!!!
Ralph Fiennes has been one of my favorite actors since the 90s. That little five year run he had from 1993-1997 was just golden. Schindler’s List, Quiz Show, Strange Days, The English Patient, and Oscar and Lucinda. Nice to see him get some awards buzz
Me too , I love him. He was great in Strange Days, a very different kind of role for him. But my favorite ones from that era are: The End of the Affair and the 1992 version of Wuthering Heights with Binoche.
Would love to see this film. I really would love to see Ralph Fiennes finally win his Oscar. He has always been a wonderful actor but I agree with everyone here he should've won over Tommy Lee Jones for his spectacular, scary and haunting performance in Schindler's List, a true masterpiece of a film.
I just want to say that I truly agree with all other people who claim Ralph Fiennes to be one of the most gifted and preeminent actors of his time. I remember, shortly before his Tony Award win for Best Leading Actor in a Play for his role of Prince of Denmark, he was presented as "who may be the most unique Hamlet ever till turned up on Broadway"!
Interesting that this reviewer says he was “bored”, because I’ve seen Conclave twice now, and wouldn’t mind seeing it again. I haven’t been bored for a single moment. Also I found a lot of symbolism throughout, and in the way it ended.
Sing Sing is the BEST MOVIE of the year and deserves nominations in most categories. The movie was shot on 16 mm film, in 19 days, with a very small crew. The DP, Pat Scola, should be nominated for an Oscar for cinematography because the visual look, the lighting, the film choice, all created the naturalistic atmosphere to tell the story. Accompanied with Bryce Dessner's score that sells the beautiful scenes and intimate facial expressions. And kudos to the director, Greg Kwedar, who allowed dialogue to be ad-libbed at times, which created the emotional essence throughout the film that tugs at your heart. The cast deserves best ensemble because 90% of the cast are the formerly incarcerated men that participated in the RTA theater program while in Sing Sing and that authenticity shines. And what can you say about Coleman Domingo.... he deserves the Oscar this year, his performance is perfectly understated, and he allows the other men to shine because this is their story. Well Done!! Also, Clarence Maclin and Paul Raci both deserve best supporting nominations. Their performances tie the strings that pull the film to its brilliance. Best movie overall in a very long time and well worth the emotional journey.
I haven’t seen the film yet but I know it will win Best Picture because the Oscars is political in its messages. Not sure it has much to say about Rome or its church. The topic of prison reform and reformation of prisoners is always a strong topic.
For me, I was absorbed in for every minute of the narrative. I personally didn’t mind that it takes it time, as I think every detail is followed through all the way to fruition. I see your point as to why you are split on the twist though, but I think the implications of what is going on in the background and what that means for the film thematically really has made me love the entire film that much more. Personally, I hope this wins Adapted Screenplay; I think it’s a masterpiece!
Ralph Fiennes broke my heart in the English Patient! He deserves At Least a nomination. He’s an excellent actor and kills every role in several different kinds of characters. He’s just due. ♥️
I've been curious about this movie. As a staunch atheist I absolutely love movies about the Catholic Church and the intrigue around the Vatican and the Pope. This has such a stacked cast. I'm looking forward to watching this. Thanks for your review!
Oh hell yeah. This is somehow the movie I’m most hype for. read the book really early this year, liked it a lot, then trailer popped up out of nowhere on my feed and I was shocked because I didn’t know they were adapting it. I want to see it so bad.
I rarely go to a movie on opening night (Oppenheimer was the last exception) because I’ve having an early day at work on Friday. I will buy my opening night ticket as soon as they go on sale
I think I wasn't bothered by the pacing as you were because I knew I was in good hands within the first 5 minutes of the film and then I sat back and enjoyed the ride. I LOVED it! Haven't enjoyed a movie this much since The Holdovers...both these films are just good f'ing movies. Also, I loved the ending. More of this please!
Her mother won an Oscar for being Ingrid Bergman. But it’s gotta be a bit awkward knowing your mom has won multiple Oscars and not one, not two but three of your exes have Oscars.
The book was a nonstop read, you could not put it down. The ending needed another chapter, but that cliffhanger could go in multiple directions. (sequel?).
@@keshavchunylall3867 Yes, the Weinstein campaign helped a lot with her winning for SiL. But people are okay with that, since she's a great actress who deserved to win an Oscar. Same year Gwyneth won, same tactics with Weinstein, but people are n-o-t okay with that lol.
One of my favorite Ralph Fiennes roles is The End of The Affair. I've been in love with him since then. He was so good in the Spielberg movie, he scared the hell out of me. I could not see his movies for two years after that. I Loved him in the Wuthering Heights 1992 version with Juliette Binoche too. I love him. So, even if this isn't the role I would have wanted for him to win the Oscar, I am NOT going to complain if he wins!
I love Isabella Rossellini! It would be great to see her up for an Oscar. I loved her short film series "Green Porno" (quirky storytelling clips about mating rituals in the animal kingdom- well worth a view if you haven't seen them!) And fun fact: Isabella posed with Madonna back in the early 1990s in Madonna's 'Sex' Book (and is featured in Madonna's music video for 'Erotica' in behind-the-scenes clips from the making of the 'Sex' book)
I loved Ralph Fiennes in The English Patient, I watched that film 3 times in the theatre back in 1997! He should’ve won the Oscar for that performance.
If the ending is like the book I’ll be happy because I think the author wants us to think and if the twist is the same there are visual clues and clues in some of the conversations between Fiennes and Tuccis characters that you may be able to figure it out.
Life of Chuck just won People’s Choice. 😂 No one was predicting this movie and TIFF’s track record of the winners getting nominated and winning screenplay is unmatched. Welcome back to the Oscars Stephen King!
Do you remember Beatrice straight, in network. For one scene. And she won an oscar for rhat one scene. It doesnt matter how short the scene is but powerful the performance is during the short screen. So this could be oscar worthy for Isabella rosellenni in conclave. I dont expect conclave to be like a thriller but i think its more of a mystery performance
I agree with the overall review in that I admired the movie rather than adore it. It is Fiennes' film and his performance really ought to get him at least a nomination. I'm going to see a bunch of movies over the next few weeks and I will be disappointed if this is the best one I see. The twist at the end is a genuine twist, the themes of the movie chime with what's happening in the world at large, some of the cinematography is genuinely beautiful, and the acting is as solid as it could be, both individually and as an ensemble. It didn't engage me emotionally, which surprised me as I was raised a Catholic. And you're right the plot twist is dealt with in an almost perfunctory way. Interesting film, but not a great one I would say.
Rossellini had two memorable scenes for me - the one in which she tries to prevent Fiennes from talking to the Nigerian nun, and her “I know nuns are supposed to be silent” speech. Wasn’t it refreshing to see a film in which all the characters were middle-aged or older? I wanted to see the white smoke at the end, but otherwise the ending surprised and satisfied me. Is Best Cinematography a possibility? I thought the shots were spectacular, all the red against the black, white, and gray, the cigarette butts on the courtyard tiles, etc. the ending surprised and satisfied me. Is Best Cinematography a possibility?
Really enjoyed the movie! Tense and thrilling. Great interactions between Tucci, Fiennes, Lithgow. And the cinematography is amazing. Some of the scenes (slow explosion scene, & courtyard scenes) could have been paintings in a museum. 🤌🏼 But just didn’t care for the manufactured controversy at the end. Kind of an eye roll. 🙄 But everything up to that final 15-20 mins was utterly compelling.
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Fiennes is sooooooooooo fantastic in the very good - but not perfect - film. Have you watched A Bigger Splash? Brilliant picture. And he is outstanding in it.
This is the second video I have seen now where you continually refer to him as "Ray." Is that a nickname I am just unaware of? Is Ray short for Ralph? I don't get it.
I think it just sounds like he's saying Ray, when in fact he is pronouncing Ralph as "Rayf". Couple that with the F in His surname Fiennes, and it sounds like he's saying Ray 😂
@@stewartoneill8419 thank you for this! It's been driving me crazy. I knew I had to be missing something. He said it so many times that I was like, ok, this has to be like a known nickname or something. No way he's getting his name wrong like this! Lol
I'm really looking forward to seeing this movie but from the glimses I've seen I'm not convinced by the accuracy of (some) of the costumes. I was an adult Altar Server in one of thje largest Cathedrals in Australia. I assisted at many of the masses both your every day (low) mass and solemn masses previously called a High Mass with both bishops and/or cardinals celebrating. The Rochet (the white garment worn under the elbow length Mozzetta) by the bishops and cardinals in this movie is not the correct length. This garment is sometimes embroidered or has lace at the bottom, the length is usually to mid calf or to the knee. The heavily embroidered chasuables (poncho type garment) are much simpler these days usually of a lighweight fabric and not embroidered. The Mozzetta (short cape) and Zucchetto (skullcap) worn by cardinals are very bright scarlet in color...they look a bit duller in this movie. I think there is a cardinal depicted in the Sistine Chapel sporting rather long curly hair......this would never be because most cardinals are well over 60 years of age. Just a some observations but I'm still looking forward to watching it.
Correction....the Rochet can be worn mid thigh to knee length...never below the knee otherwise it almost become an alb which is a full length wite garment.
If Fiennes gets nominated for this film, then this should have been his 5th nomination. In my opinion, he should have been nominated for 'In Bruges' and 'The Grand Budapest Hotel.'
I like the movie, especially Fiennes performance. I can see Fiennes winning, but not the movie. I like the intent of being inclusive, but the ending no spoilers went a little far. I also like that it admitted that popes have been flawed people in the past. I would not root for this to win, but I enjoyed it more than Dune 2 and Sing Sing.
Best Actor 2024: Ralph Fiennes. Best Supporting Actor: Stanley Tucci. Best Cinematography: Conclave. Best Production Design: Conclave. Best Score: Conclave. The ending, to me, didn’t come out of nowhere, considering it deals with one of the issues society is facing now, more than ever before.
The book ended the same way. I wonder if on a rewatch if people will be looking for the clues to the ending. Also, if a movie is being adapted from a book or play, reviewers really should read the source material. If they did then they would know Rossellini's role is not that big and only plays one part of in the overall mystery of who is going to be come the new Pope.
In the book, Cardinal Benitez is Filipino. I was so disappointed that they cast a Mexican actor in the role. How hard would it have been to cast a Filipino actor?
SIE-------------JOHN LITHGOW WAS IN " BOMBSHELL " ---------AND, I ASGREE, STANLEY TUCCI IS LONG, LONG, OVERDUE. HE DESERVED AN OSCAR NOMINATION FOR " SPOTLIGHT " ! ----------------------------MJL, 78 Y/O
What's with the windmill hands? Very distracting. There's a lot of atmosphere, philosophy and contemplation in the film reflecting a lot of different views about the Catholic church and not just inside opinions. Not the film for an action junkie though. I thought the ending was brilliant. It came out of nowhere because it's meant to come as a shock. When I saw it in the cinema there was an audible satisfied noise from the audience at the end. Think of what the ending signifies - a lot to unpick there if you think about it.
So you weren’t going to give any warning about the offensive ending? Good thing I didn’t see it. I’d LOVE to see them try this nonsense with Islam. They won’t because they know those ppl are NOT playing around. Hollywood needs to grow up
Can someone please explain why Ralph is pronounced ray? What is the grammar logic for it? I also add that he deserved a nomination for bigger splash, there was definitely room for him in the supporting category in 2015
What makes me sad is that all the reviews that have just been made about the films contending for the Oscar, the only one that has had a mixed reaction has only been Queer and it makes me sad because the rest had a good reception except this one.
So in a roundabout way you’re trying to say (or better yet saying) Brian gave this movie a mixed review because he’s gay? If this is the case then your homophobia and your baseless nonsensical argument “makes me sad”, respectfully 😒
Maybe you should watch Brian's other videos. He always gives his reasons why he likes or does not like a film. And he never seems biased, even though he may mention some personal reason why a film spoke to him more strongly than another.
@@waynedexterno he is saying that the gay review found something wrong and maybe he is gay so that means that it may not be as good. Kind of the opposite of homophobia.
Really? Seldom have I been more bored during a film. Acting was great and the writing wasn't terrible. There was a lot of work done to try to create interesting shots basically in this submarine of a sequestration. I'm interested in history, classical history and to a lesser extent Roman Catholic Church history. I was interested in the procedural aspect of this. All said, slow boring, advertised as a "thriller". The mystery isn't interesting. No real interesting surprises in this one. I liked Lawrence constantly being caught by the eyes of one of the damned getting dragged to hell in "The Last Trump". This movie was a big yawn. Not very entertaining. Loved Tucci in The Big Night opposite Tony Shaloub.
This was a solid film and I think it will pick up a few Oscar noms. My only complaint is that the ridiculous, out-of-nowhere ending hurt the film. I think it’ll hurt it enough that it will get a few nominations but few if any wins at all.
All Quiet On The Western Front was the most horrific, grisly anti war movie ever made. Technically brilliant but nauseatingly shocking images you won't ever forget!!
where is the diversity? Why aren't these rolls played by lesbian black women? Another problem: it focuses too much on the Catholic Church. It should also portray Muslims and Islam and African religions as well. Whoever wrote the script alienated movie goers.
They wouldn't dare to produce a movie that is anti-islamic, even less one that mentions the name of Mohammed. The studios would be burnt down. Catholics are an easy target because we are forgiving.
I DISAGREE 100%. Ralph Finnes was... good, but very one note. I thought his sobbing scene was totally overdone and made no sense. People don't sob that loudly when they think they might be overheard. As for Stanley Tucci... to paraphrase Dorothy Parker, he runs the gamut of emotions from A to B. I kept waiting for him to say "Gird your loins". As for the Art Direction and Cinematography: IT SUCKED. Every single scene was an arrangement of Black, White, and Red... EVERY SINGLE ONE. And what was with that fucking Blue Filter on the entire film? I kept hoping it was a metaphor for the cloud they were under and that AT SOME POINT, we'd get full spectrum color saturation. No such luck. As for composition and beauty: The locations were beautiful (or set recreations of the Vatican). Meaning the artists and architects of THE VATICAN get the credit. Not the guy who aimed the camera at what they created. Shots like the "UMBRELLAS SHOT" were clumsily inserted in a very self-conscious way. There's nothing at all original about that shot. I've seen it a dozen times before, and i liked it better in Toni Braxton's video. As for Isabella Rosalini, I've always found her to be a tepid actress. She was actually BETTER in this film thanks to her lack of dialog. When she finally gets her "big scene" i cringed at the inevitable woke / DEI / Feminist messaging. BUT THEN, THERE'S THE BIG PLOT TWIST... which i saw coming a mile away. Ever since Norman Lear's ALL IN THE FAMILY, we get the archetype ( Archie-type) of the racist, bigoted, loudmouth, old White dude, made ridiculous by the the quite wisdom of the Oracle Minority. Revealing the Mexican Pope as Hermaphrodite was something i actually anticipated, having heard or seen nothing about this film before going to the theater. When Lawrence asks what name the new Pope has chosen, i was waiting for "him" to give two snaps and sau "GUUUURL. CALL ME SASHA FIERCE", before catwalking to the throne. Why must EVERY FUCKING MOVIE be an infomercial for woke, anti-racist, trans propaganda?!?!?! I'm so happy Hollywood is dying and no one pays attention to tgeir nonsense anymore. God is real... and he won't be mocked by Pedowood elites, preaching to the unwashed masses.
I think the ending is absolutely perfect with the theme of "uncertainty" that Ralph Fiennes character say in his dialogue
I agree, and I think that character was very much cinematically framed to represent purity/an authentic vessel of god, rather than the power-hungry politcers who are only man, and the idea that character would have that twist that represented duality felt very fitting
I truly hope Ralph Fiennes wins the Oscar.. He was literally robbed getting Oscar for Schindlers List
And Grand Budapest Hotel.. he shouldve won
Literally?
He should have also won for The English Patient. Not only does he perform under heavy makeup lying in bed dying as convincingly as possible but that scene where he carries wounded Catherine up to the cave and completely dissolves into tears against a soaring soundtrack by Gabriel Yared is something that mesmerizes me to this day!!!
Absolutely
Literally? He was held at gunpoint and someone took the Oscar? That's what literally means, right?
Ralph Fiennes has been one of my favorite actors since the 90s. That little five year run he had from 1993-1997 was just golden. Schindler’s List, Quiz Show, Strange Days, The English Patient, and Oscar and Lucinda. Nice to see him get some awards buzz
Me too , I love him. He was great in Strange Days, a very different kind of role for him. But my favorite ones from that era are: The End of the Affair and the 1992 version of Wuthering Heights with Binoche.
The Avengers
Ralph Fiennes should win his very first Oscar
Yes! He deserves the Oscar’s for the Conclave!
Would love to see this film. I really would love to see Ralph Fiennes finally win his Oscar. He has always been a wonderful actor but I agree with everyone here he should've won over Tommy Lee Jones for his spectacular, scary and haunting performance in Schindler's List, a true masterpiece of a film.
Go see it!
Ralph was so ROBBED for Schindler’s list , I hope he wins for this
Exactly
Schindlers list sucks
I just want to say that I truly agree with all other people who claim Ralph Fiennes to be one of the most gifted and preeminent actors of his time. I remember, shortly before his Tony Award win for Best Leading Actor in a Play for his role of Prince of Denmark, he was presented as "who may be the most unique Hamlet ever till turned up on Broadway"!
Interesting that this reviewer says he was “bored”, because I’ve seen Conclave twice now, and wouldn’t mind seeing it again. I haven’t been bored for a single moment. Also I found a lot of symbolism throughout, and in the way it ended.
Interesting that people can have different opinions..
Same here! I've also seen it twice, and I was just as intrigued the second time watching it as I was the first time.
Ralph fiennes should have won best supporting actor for Schindler list and best actor for the grand Budapest hotel
I can’t unsee Amon Goeth whenever Fiennes is on screen.
Sing Sing is the BEST MOVIE of the year and deserves nominations in most categories. The movie was shot on 16 mm film, in 19 days, with a very small crew. The DP, Pat Scola, should be nominated for an Oscar for cinematography because the visual look, the lighting, the film choice, all created the naturalistic atmosphere to tell the story. Accompanied with Bryce Dessner's score that sells the beautiful scenes and intimate facial expressions. And kudos to the director, Greg Kwedar, who allowed dialogue to be ad-libbed at times, which created the emotional essence throughout the film that tugs at your heart. The cast deserves best ensemble because 90% of the cast are the formerly incarcerated men that participated in the RTA theater program while in Sing Sing and that authenticity shines. And what can you say about Coleman Domingo.... he deserves the Oscar this year, his performance is perfectly understated, and he allows the other men to shine because this is their story. Well Done!! Also, Clarence Maclin and Paul Raci both deserve best supporting nominations. Their performances tie the strings that pull the film to its brilliance. Best movie overall in a very long time and well worth the emotional journey.
I haven’t seen the film yet but I know it will win Best Picture because the Oscars is political in its messages. Not sure it has much to say about Rome or its church. The topic of prison reform and reformation of prisoners is always a strong topic.
I thought Stanley Tucci gave an indelible performance in this movie. He was phenomenal.
I had read the book and was so happy to see Tucci get the role he has
I adore him.
For me, I was absorbed in for every minute of the narrative. I personally didn’t mind that it takes it time, as I think every detail is followed through all the way to fruition. I see your point as to why you are split on the twist though, but I think the implications of what is going on in the background and what that means for the film thematically really has made me love the entire film that much more. Personally, I hope this wins Adapted Screenplay; I think it’s a masterpiece!
💯I concur!
Ralph Fiennes broke my heart in the English Patient! He deserves At Least a nomination. He’s an excellent actor and kills every role in several different kinds of characters. He’s just due. ♥️
I've been curious about this movie. As a staunch atheist I absolutely love movies about the Catholic Church and the intrigue around the Vatican and the Pope. This has such a stacked cast. I'm looking forward to watching this. Thanks for your review!
Oh hell yeah. This is somehow the movie I’m most hype for. read the book really early this year, liked it a lot, then trailer popped up out of nowhere on my feed and I was shocked because I didn’t know they were adapting it. I want to see it so bad.
This is the only film I’ve been truly excited for since Oppenheimer last year
I rarely go to a movie on opening night (Oppenheimer was the last exception) because I’ve having an early day at work on Friday. I will buy my opening night ticket as soon as they go on sale
I think I wasn't bothered by the pacing as you were because I knew I was in good hands within the first 5 minutes of the film and then I sat back and enjoyed the ride. I LOVED it! Haven't enjoyed a movie this much since The Holdovers...both these films are just good f'ing movies. Also, I loved the ending. More of this please!
Remember, Rossalini's mother won an Oscar for only being in one scene.
Her mother won an Oscar for being Ingrid Bergman. But it’s gotta be a bit awkward knowing your mom has won multiple Oscars and not one, not two but three of your exes have Oscars.
The book was a nonstop read, you could not put it down. The ending needed another chapter, but that cliffhanger could go in multiple directions. (sequel?).
There are rumblings that Fiennes, Rossellini andTucci will receive acting nominations. Possibly even Lithgow.
I really enjoyed this when I saw it. Kept me gripped and guessing. Fiennes was so good and I loved the score and visuals/use of colour.
I would argue Judi dench also won an oscar for 1 scene in SIL
I think she won for Mrs Brown
@@katiek2608bad news buddy
But honestly she got it as a makeup prize from the academy for not giving it for Mrs Brown
She is a great actress with a renowned career. I think it was a mixture of Mrs brown + career + the Harvey winstein machine...
@@keshavchunylall3867 Yes, the Weinstein campaign helped a lot with her winning for SiL. But people are okay with that, since she's a great actress who deserved to win an Oscar. Same year Gwyneth won, same tactics with Weinstein, but people are n-o-t okay with that lol.
Isabella Rossellini’s mother won an Oscar for one scene. Ingrid Bergman was really only in a few minutes of Murder on the Orient Express.
I really hope Ralph fiennes and Isabella rosellenni win oscars for best actor and beat supporting actress respectively. I really hope they win
I've been waiting for this review. So exiting❤
One of my favorite Ralph Fiennes roles is The End of The Affair. I've been in love with him since then. He was so good in the Spielberg movie, he scared the hell out of me. I could not see his movies for two years after that. I Loved him in the Wuthering Heights 1992 version with Juliette Binoche too. I love him. So, even if this isn't the role I would have wanted for him to win the Oscar, I am NOT going to complain if he wins!
Wasn't Litchco in Killers of the Flower Moon? And Bombshell?
Yes he was.
I love Isabella Rossellini! It would be great to see her up for an Oscar. I loved her short film series "Green Porno" (quirky storytelling clips about mating rituals in the animal kingdom- well worth a view if you haven't seen them!) And fun fact: Isabella posed with Madonna back in the early 1990s in Madonna's 'Sex' Book (and is featured in Madonna's music video for 'Erotica' in behind-the-scenes clips from the making of the 'Sex' book)
I saw this movie yesterday and it was amazing.
A near perfect movie with amazing performances and camera shots.
I loved Ralph Fiennes in The English Patient, I watched that film 3 times in the theatre back in 1997! He should’ve won the Oscar for that performance.
The book is so, so good too. Michael Ondaatje's writing is beautiful & lyrical. Great read.
If the ending is like the book I’ll be happy because I think the author wants us to think and if the twist is the same there are visual clues and clues in some of the conversations between Fiennes and Tuccis characters that you may be able to figure it out.
Life of Chuck just won People’s Choice. 😂 No one was predicting this movie and TIFF’s track record of the winners getting nominated and winning screenplay is unmatched. Welcome back to the Oscars Stephen King!
Have not seen this yet, but I have read the book and the ending is great. Totally ridiculous and it's fantastic :)
You mean a dumb ending.
Do you remember Beatrice straight, in network. For one scene. And she won an oscar for rhat one scene. It doesnt matter how short the scene is but powerful the performance is during the short screen. So this could be oscar worthy for Isabella rosellenni in conclave. I dont expect conclave to be like a thriller but i think its more of a mystery performance
I agree with the overall review in that I admired the movie rather than adore it. It is Fiennes' film and his performance really ought to get him at least a nomination. I'm going to see a bunch of movies over the next few weeks and I will be disappointed if this is the best one I see. The twist at the end is a genuine twist, the themes of the movie chime with what's happening in the world at large, some of the cinematography is genuinely beautiful, and the acting is as solid as it could be, both individually and as an ensemble. It didn't engage me emotionally, which surprised me as I was raised a Catholic. And you're right the plot twist is dealt with in an almost perfunctory way. Interesting film, but not a great one I would say.
Rossellini had two memorable scenes for me - the one in which she tries to prevent Fiennes from talking to the Nigerian nun, and her “I know nuns are supposed to be silent” speech.
Wasn’t it refreshing to see a film in which all the characters were middle-aged or older? I wanted to see the white smoke at the end, but otherwise the ending surprised and satisfied me.
Is Best Cinematography a possibility? I thought the shots were spectacular, all the red against the black, white, and gray, the cigarette butts on the courtyard tiles, etc.
the ending surprised and satisfied me.
Is Best Cinematography a possibility?
Been waiting for this one! Thank you.
Really enjoyed the movie! Tense and thrilling. Great interactions between Tucci, Fiennes, Lithgow. And the cinematography is amazing. Some of the scenes (slow explosion scene, & courtyard scenes) could have been paintings in a museum. 🤌🏼 But just didn’t care for the manufactured controversy at the end. Kind of an eye roll. 🙄 But everything up to that final 15-20 mins was utterly compelling.
Very good reviews 👍💯
I loved every minute of it including the ending. I actually tiered up at the end lol
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Just to say that in the book, the twist doesn't "come out of nowhere" - if you read the book first, it all makes sense..
Thank you brian about conclave review ❤❤❤❤
Sylvia Miles was also nominated in best supporting actress for one scene in Midnight Cowboy
Fiennes is sooooooooooo fantastic in the very good - but not perfect - film.
Have you watched A Bigger Splash? Brilliant picture. And he is outstanding in it.
There's your next video Brian: How did Tommy Lee Jones beat out Ralph Fiennes for Best Supporting Actor!
It will get heavily nominated, but it won't win a lot. Screenplay and Actor are its best shots, especially the former. I liked it, though. 8.5/10
This is the second video I have seen now where you continually refer to him as "Ray." Is that a nickname I am just unaware of? Is Ray short for Ralph? I don't get it.
I think it just sounds like he's saying Ray, when in fact he is pronouncing Ralph as "Rayf". Couple that with the F in His surname Fiennes, and it sounds like he's saying Ray 😂
Ralph Fiennes's first name is pronounced as 'Rayf'.
@@stewartoneill8419 thank you for this! It's been driving me crazy. I knew I had to be missing something. He said it so many times that I was like, ok, this has to be like a known nickname or something. No way he's getting his name wrong like this! Lol
I'm really looking forward to seeing this movie but from the glimses I've seen I'm not convinced by the accuracy of (some) of the costumes. I was an adult Altar Server in one of thje largest Cathedrals in Australia. I assisted at many of the masses both your every day (low) mass and solemn masses previously called a High Mass with both bishops and/or cardinals celebrating. The Rochet (the white garment worn under the elbow length Mozzetta) by the bishops and cardinals in this movie is not the correct length. This garment is sometimes embroidered or has lace at the bottom, the length is usually to mid calf or to the knee. The heavily embroidered chasuables (poncho type garment) are much simpler these days usually of a lighweight fabric and not embroidered. The Mozzetta (short cape) and Zucchetto (skullcap) worn by cardinals are very bright scarlet in color...they look a bit duller in this movie. I think there is a cardinal depicted in the Sistine Chapel sporting rather long curly hair......this would never be because most cardinals are well over 60 years of age. Just a some observations but I'm still looking forward to watching it.
Correction....the Rochet can be worn mid thigh to knee length...never below the knee otherwise it almost become an alb which is a full length wite garment.
The movie and book also are heretical so just anti-Catholic propaganda
If Fiennes gets nominated for this film, then this should have been his 5th nomination.
In my opinion, he should have been nominated for 'In Bruges' and 'The Grand Budapest Hotel.'
Did you see Maria?? Are you going to review it?
Looks like a great thriller.❤
What beautiful movie I watched it and the end touched mine ♥ heart
Can Ralph Fiennes please win an Oscar already? He has been screwed over since Schindler's List.
I like the movie, especially Fiennes performance. I can see Fiennes winning, but not the movie. I like the intent of being inclusive, but the ending no spoilers went a little far. I also like that it admitted that popes have been flawed people in the past. I would not root for this to win, but I enjoyed it more than Dune 2 and Sing Sing.
Best Actor 2024: Ralph Fiennes. Best Supporting Actor: Stanley Tucci. Best Cinematography: Conclave. Best Production Design: Conclave. Best Score: Conclave.
The ending, to me, didn’t come out of nowhere, considering it deals with one of the issues society is facing now, more than ever before.
The book ended the same way. I wonder if on a rewatch if people will be looking for the clues to the ending. Also, if a movie is being adapted from a book or play, reviewers really should read the source material. If they did then they would know Rossellini's role is not that big and only plays one part of in the overall mystery of who is going to be come the new Pope.
I hated "All Quiet.." so I am sure I am going to enjoy this one haha
I didn't hate it but it was underwhelming and misses the point of the book. Outside of the visceral scenes of warfare, it's forgettable
You should watch the original from 1930. Heartbreaking.
I loved it.
In the book, Cardinal Benitez is Filipino. I was so disappointed that they cast a Mexican actor in the role. How hard would it have been to cast a Filipino actor?
So true!
SIE-------------JOHN LITHGOW WAS IN " BOMBSHELL " ---------AND, I ASGREE, STANLEY TUCCI IS LONG, LONG, OVERDUE. HE DESERVED AN OSCAR NOMINATION FOR " SPOTLIGHT " ! ----------------------------MJL, 78 Y/O
the score sounded so much like the menu
Lol calling him Ray Fiennes just sounds wrong
Ralph is pronounced Rafe in his case.
9:14 , what was that?😂
Any movie to do with the hierarchy of the Catholic Church is a horror film that I l already lived as a child so I will pass on this one.
What's with the windmill hands? Very distracting. There's a lot of atmosphere, philosophy and contemplation in the film reflecting a lot of different views about the Catholic church and not just inside opinions. Not the film for an action junkie though. I thought the ending was brilliant. It came out of nowhere because it's meant to come as a shock. When I saw it in the cinema there was an audible satisfied noise from the audience at the end. Think of what the ending signifies - a lot to unpick there if you think about it.
So you weren’t going to give any warning about the offensive ending? Good thing I didn’t see it. I’d LOVE to see them try this nonsense with Islam. They won’t because they know those ppl are NOT playing around. Hollywood needs to grow up
Are you saying whenever there is a movie with an Islamic terrorist that doesn’t count as being anti-Islam?
The davince code
Angels and demons
The 2 popes
I love Catholic Church movies. theres always so much suspense in these movies
You mean you like anti-Catholic movies.
Wow. Conclave is not as good as Western Front? Yikes! I dislike Western Front a lot because it is so boring!
It's pronounced "Rafe."
Can someone please explain why Ralph is pronounced ray? What is the grammar logic for it? I also add that he deserved a nomination for bigger splash, there was definitely room for him in the supporting category in 2015
It’s more like Rafe. And is the old English pronunciation of Ralph.
This movie in an insult to Catholicism and uses its mysteries to elevate a bland plot twist that spits on every Catholic of sound faith.
I completely disagree, did not like this movie at all. It should be taken out of theaters
What makes me sad is that all the reviews that have just been made about the films contending for the Oscar, the only one that has had a mixed reaction has only been Queer and it makes me sad because the rest had a good reception except this one.
So in a roundabout way you’re trying to say (or better yet saying) Brian gave this movie a mixed review because he’s gay?
If this is the case then your homophobia and your baseless nonsensical argument “makes me sad”, respectfully 😒
Maybe you should watch Brian's other videos. He always gives his reasons why he likes or does not like a film. And he never seems biased, even though he may mention some personal reason why a film spoke to him more strongly than another.
@@waynedexterno he is saying that the gay review found something wrong and maybe he is gay so that means that it may not be as good. Kind of the opposite of homophobia.
@@mystdragon8530 sure 🙄
Really? Seldom have I been more bored during a film. Acting was great and the writing wasn't terrible. There was a lot of work done to try to create interesting shots basically in this submarine of a sequestration.
I'm interested in history, classical history and to a lesser extent Roman Catholic Church history.
I was interested in the procedural aspect of this.
All said, slow boring, advertised as a "thriller". The mystery isn't interesting. No real interesting surprises in this one. I liked Lawrence constantly being caught by the eyes of one of the damned getting dragged to hell in "The Last Trump".
This movie was a big yawn. Not very entertaining.
Loved Tucci in The Big Night opposite Tony Shaloub.
The ending was The Crying Game. And I agree with your confusion at the ending.
pos, don't spoil the movie
This was a solid film and I think it will pick up a few Oscar noms. My only complaint is that the ridiculous, out-of-nowhere ending hurt the film. I think it’ll hurt it enough that it will get a few nominations but few if any wins at all.
Really?
Rosselini is done
What do you mean? Done how?
You are the best.
All Quiet On The Western Front was the most horrific, grisly anti war movie ever made. Technically brilliant but nauseatingly shocking images you won't ever forget!!
where is the diversity? Why aren't these rolls played by lesbian black women? Another problem: it focuses too much on the Catholic Church. It should also portray Muslims and Islam and African religions as well. Whoever wrote the script alienated movie goers.
I love sarcism.. but I think you are too subtle.. lolol.. woke folks won't get it.
They wouldn't dare to produce a movie that is anti-islamic, even less one that mentions the name of Mohammed.
The studios would be burnt down. Catholics are an easy target because we are forgiving.
Agreed with the lack of dynamic. The second hour is when it started to pick up. The end sucked lol
Of course, it's an Oscar picture. It's leftist blasphemy
That guy is ranting and too much bla bla bla for nothing
I'll probably see it but it doesn't seem like an original topic: Pope dies and the drama around picking a new Pope. Yawn.
There is a great deal of intrigue in the book and I think it will be more interesting than a lot of people think
It’s anti-Catholic propaganda so if you hate the Church you might like it.
I DISAGREE 100%.
Ralph Finnes was... good, but very one note. I thought his sobbing scene was totally overdone and made no sense. People don't sob that loudly when they think they might be overheard.
As for Stanley Tucci... to paraphrase Dorothy Parker, he runs the gamut of emotions from A to B. I kept waiting for him to say "Gird your loins".
As for the Art Direction and Cinematography: IT SUCKED. Every single scene was an arrangement of Black, White, and Red... EVERY SINGLE ONE. And what was with that fucking Blue Filter on the entire film? I kept hoping it was a metaphor for the cloud they were under and that AT SOME POINT, we'd get full spectrum color saturation. No such luck.
As for composition and beauty: The locations were beautiful (or set recreations of the Vatican). Meaning the artists and architects of THE VATICAN get the credit. Not the guy who aimed the camera at what they created.
Shots like the "UMBRELLAS SHOT" were clumsily inserted in a very self-conscious way. There's nothing at all original about that shot. I've seen it a dozen times before, and i liked it better in Toni Braxton's video.
As for Isabella Rosalini, I've always found her to be a tepid actress. She was actually BETTER in this film thanks to her lack of dialog. When she finally gets her "big scene" i cringed at the inevitable woke / DEI / Feminist messaging.
BUT THEN, THERE'S THE BIG PLOT TWIST... which i saw coming a mile away.
Ever since Norman Lear's ALL IN THE FAMILY, we get the archetype ( Archie-type) of the racist, bigoted, loudmouth, old White dude, made ridiculous by the the quite wisdom of the Oracle Minority.
Revealing the Mexican Pope as Hermaphrodite was something i actually anticipated, having heard or seen nothing about this film before going to the theater.
When Lawrence asks what name the new Pope has chosen, i was waiting for "him" to give two snaps and sau "GUUUURL. CALL ME SASHA FIERCE", before catwalking to the throne.
Why must EVERY FUCKING MOVIE be an infomercial for woke, anti-racist, trans propaganda?!?!?!
I'm so happy Hollywood is dying and no one pays attention to tgeir nonsense anymore.
God is real... and he won't be mocked by Pedowood elites, preaching to the unwashed masses.
Are you okay?
@Ujemaima bite me
the main pedophile is the Catholic Church. the main defender of pedophiles was John Paul ii. don't spoil the movies, you pos. and god doesn't exist. 😈
true he will win Oscar for sure