Conclave

Minutes later, the world holds its breath. The heavy red velvet curtains of the central balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica part. The Cardinal Protodeacon (the senior cardinal-deacon) steps forward and shouts in Latin:

This period usually lasts between 15 to 20 days, allowing cardinals from around the world time to travel to Rome. It is a time of "General Congregations," where the cardinals meet daily to discuss the needs of the Church and the qualities required in the next pontiff. This is where the "campaigning" subtly occurs, as cardinals size up potential candidates, known in Italian as papabili . Conclave

The word "Conclave" is derived from the Latin phrase cum clave , meaning "with a key." This is not merely a poetic title; it is a literal description of the process. For the duration of the election, the Cardinal electors are sequestered from the outside world, cut off from phones, internet, newspapers, and television. Minutes later, the world holds its breath

Directed by Edward Berger, this film is a fictional political thriller based on the 2016 novel by Robert Harris. Write On: 'Conclave' Screenwriter Peter Straughan The word "Conclave" is derived from the Latin

"Annuntio vobis gaudium magnum: Habemus Papam!" ("I announce to you a great joy: We have a Pope!")

When a candidate finally receives two-thirds of the votes, the Dean of the College of Cardinals asks him a terrifying question: "Acceptasne electionem de te canonice factam in Summum Pontificem?" ("Do you accept your canonical election as Supreme Pontiff?")