The Two Popes
In 2013, incoming Pope Francis and outgoing Pope Benedict debate the best path forward for the Catholic Church, in this surprisingly funny chamber piece from Fernando Meirelles.
The Catholic Church’s papacy is a singular institution, with unique demands placed on the men who would see themselves elevated to it. This decade saw one of the Church’s most important moments of transition, but news reports can fail in the face of such enormous, complex change. THE TWO POPES takes us beyond TV images of smoke rising from the Vatican chimney into the hearts, minds, and actions of those charged with leading over a billion faithful.
Directed by Fernando Meirelles (The Constant Gardener, City of God) and starring two acting legends in Sir Anthony Hopkins and Jonathan Pryce, this insightful story ushers us behind gilded doors to watch the once and future Popes grapple with faith and religious leadership in a rapidly changing world. (source: www.tiff.net)
Nominated for 3 Oscars, including best actor in a leading role and best actor in a supporting role.