Secrets of the Conclave
Featuring unseen footage and with exclusive access to the Vatican, this is the inside story of the papal conclave that elected Pope Leo XIV, told by the cardinals who were there.
The papal conclave is a succession drama like no other. Triggered by the death of Pope Francis, 133 cardinals descend on the Vatican to elect his successor. But these cardinals are not just electors - they are candidates too. One of these 133 men will become pope. It is an ancient ritual of prayer and isolation that determines the future of the Catholic Church - and it all unfolds in secrecy.
With unprecedented access to the Vatican, this documentary offers a rare insight into a ceremony that has decided the church’s leadership for centuries, featuring a glimpse of what happened inside that is told by those who were there.
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| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Director | Elena Mortelliti |
| Editor | Julie Buckland |
| Executive Producer | Eliya Arman |
| Executive Producer | Steven Green |
| Executive Producer | Simona Ercolani |
| Executive Producer | Riccardo Chiattelli |
| Production Company | Wag Entertainment |
| Production Company | Stand By Me |
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