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Conclave

2024

After the unexpected death of the Pope, Cardinal Lawrence is tasked with managing the covert and ancient ritual of electing a new one. Sequestered in the Vatican with the Catholic Church’s most powerful leaders until the process is complete, Lawrence finds himself at the center of a conspiracy that could lead to its downfall.

Ages 13+Source checked

Why this age? The film involves a pope’s death, conspiracy, intense political and religious conflict, moral ambiguity, and emotionally weighty revelations, with little graphic content but mature thematic complexity. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age13+

Strongest cautions

  • Religious themes5/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Death of a character2/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Good role models3/5
  • Positive messages3/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

The film centers on the death of the Pope; references to death are frequent.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Very mild, infrequent language consistent with a PG rating.

LGBTQIA characters2/5
Why this rating?

A major character is revealed to be intersex, making identity part of the film’s ending and institutional themes, but LGBTQIA representation is not the main focus.

Religious themes5/5
Why this rating?

Central to the film as the setting and subject matter involves the Vatican and the election of a Pope.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

High tension and suspense regarding the political process and internal conspiracies.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

No sexual content.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Social consumption of alcohol is implied or shown in a refined context.

Violence1/5
Why this rating?

Contains brief, non-graphic depictions of physical struggle and incidental conflict.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Characters demonstrate moral courage in upholding principles.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Encourages critical thinking regarding power, structure, and belief systems.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Represents the international composition of the College of Cardinals.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

It offers substantial insight into papal elections, Catholic hierarchy, ritual, and institutional politics, though entertainment is the primary intent.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Themes of compassion and empathy exist amidst political machinations.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Explores themes of faith, doubt, integrity, and the responsibility of leadership.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Features protagonists navigating complex ethical choices under pressure.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. What beliefs or religious ideas appear in the story? How do they influence the characters?
  3. Which choice in Conclave would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Conclave, and what caused that change?
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