Pope Leo XIV watched Conclave movie to prepare, brother says
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Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, the newly elected Pope Leo XIV, humorously prepared for his role by watching the dramatized film 'Conclave' ahead of the papal conclave. His brother, John Prevost, shared insights on their conversation before the election, revealing Robert's surprise at being chosen. The film, based on real Vatican processes, showcases a fictional pope's selection amidst intrigue and rivalries, paralleling Robert's unexpected elevation to the papacy as an American—a historic first. The candidacy discussion revealed both doubt and potential support within the church.
"I said: Are you ready for this? Did you watch the movie Conclave, so you know how to behave?" His brother confirmed he had just finished the movie.
"The drama-thriller dramatizes the selection process of a new pope following the death of a widely popular, moderate one and shows the political intrigue within the Vatican."
"In real life, the new Leo XIV was on few shortlists for pope, given that no American had ever been chosen to lead the Catholic church."
"John Prevost did think his brother was in serious contention, however. What I was reading and what I was hearing was that there were three outstanding candidates."
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