Designing Conclave

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Production designer Suzie Davies reveals the secrets behind her Oscar-nominated work on Conclave, which included recreating the Sistine Chapel in a film studio in Rome. She also explains why historical accuracy can't get in the way of good design. (Image: Suzie Davies at the 97th Academy Awards, March 2025. Credit: Gregg DeGuire/Penske Media/Getty Images), and the Caserta Palace (supplied by Suzie Davies)