“I have absolutely no idea why it connected so well,” said Straughan.
I think there definitely was a time whenmovies could have something to say, but still be mainstream entertainment.
“I like the group scenes with the Cardinals.
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And it has that peculiar moment ofcreeping paranoia, when a door closes, and they all stop talking.
It was fun to play with that.”
“It was a really happy experience for me.
Following the unexpected death of the pope, Cardinal Lawrence (played by Ralph Fiennes) is tasked with overseeing the secretive conclave to elect the next pope. As the process unfolds, he uncovers a conspiracy that could shake the very foundations of the Catholic Church.
And as for the nomination?
“I don’t really know, it’s a funny one,” he admitted.
“I’ve spent plenty of time trying to get back there.
What Else Did the Creative Team Behind ‘Conclave’ Say About Their Nominations?
It wasn’t just Straughan who was recognized today by the Academy.
Conclaveis available to stream now on Peacock.
Stay tuned to Collider for more updates on this year’s awards season.
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