The 2024 film Conclave is a political thriller centered on the secretive and ancient process of electing a new pope in the Roman Catholic Church. The story unfolds after the sudden death of a beloved pope, leading the College of Cardinals to gather in seclusion within the Vatican's Sistine Chapel to choose his successor. The film follows Cardinal Lawrence, who is tasked with overseeing this highly secretive election, known as the conclave. As the cardinals are locked away for up to 72 hours, the film explores the intense political maneuvering, rivalries, and ambitions among the candidates, including figures like Cardinal Bellini, Cardinal Tremblay, and Cardinal Adeyemi, who is vying to become the first African pope. Amidst the voting, Cardinal Lawrence uncovers deep secrets surrounding the late pope's death that threaten to shake the Church's foundations. The film portrays the conclave as a "war" of faith, power, and secrecy, highlighting the heavy burden and profound responsibility felt by those involved in selecting the spiritual leader of over a billion Catholics worldwide

. Conclave is based on Robert Harris's 2016 novel of the same name and offers viewers a rare, reflective glimpse into the Vatican's closed-door election process, blending suspense with a detailed depiction of Church politics and tradition