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The Two Popes
Jonathan Pryce and Sir Anthony Hopkins are both tipped for Oscar consideration for their powerhouse performances in director Fernando Meirelles's award-winning biographical drama, which charts a pivotal moment in the history of the Catholic church. Following the death of Pope Jean Paul II in April 2005, the College of Cardinals gathers to elect a successor. Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger (Hopkins) and Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio (Pryce) are among the contenders and the former eventually wins after four ballots. He takes the name Pope Benedict XVI and advocates a return to fundamental Christian values. Unexpectedly, the Pope summons Cardinal Bergoglio to the Vatican for a private audience. He reveals that he intends to resign the position and hopes that Bergoglio will consider standing to become his successor. Behind closed doors, the two men debate matters of faith and the human spirit, overcoming their differences as the future of the Catholic church hangs in the balance.
