Pope Francis is nearing his 88th birthday, and discussions about his successor are intensifying at the Vatican. The film 'Conclave', a thriller about manipulative cardinals, is gaining popularity at the Rome Film Festival. Directed by Edward Berger and based on Robert Harris's novel, it features Ralph Fiennes as Cardinal Thomas Lawrence. The conclave is a traditional process where cardinals elect a new pope, often marked by secretive and competitive tactics. The film reflects current debates within the Vatican, raising questions about how it will be received by church officials. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)