As The Pope Turns

 

Catching up to some of the junk that got nominated for Oscars led me to "Conclave."  And, frankly, I was a little intrigued.   I mean, a movie about what happens when a Pope dies.   I know there's always a political story about how they elect a new one.

And, for a while, that is exactly what this movie delivers albeit a little soap opera-ish.   And the skids are hit.   Because this is 2025 and all films have to deliver a woke message, "Conclave" does a left turn and takes us down a dark and unwelcome alley.   Frankly, if I were Catholic, I would be offended by the last two reels of the movie.   If this woke business keeps up, all of Hollywood is doomed.

Wake me when the woke is over.

Now I could tell you what turns this movie sour but I would ruin it for the two of you who actually want to see it.  Or maybe I'll be providing a public service.

Whatever.   At the end of the day, "Conclave" isn't worth the time or attention.

LEN'S RATING:  One star.

Dinner last night:  Leftover meat loaf.