The Reformanda Initiative

82. Conclaves and Catholic Apologists

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Feb 27, 2025
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Realistic Portrayal of Conclave Process

  • The Netflix movie "Conclave" realistically portrays the pre-election discussions among cardinals pre-conclave.
  • It captures factions, health realities, and ideological tensions within the Catholic Church's leadership.
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Intersex Pope Twist Symbolism

  • The movie introduces an unprecedented twist of an intersex pope elected, highlighting extreme potential outcomes.
  • This symbolizes the progressive agenda Pope Francis promotes towards inclusivity and the church's periphery focus.
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Mixed Catholic Response to Movie

  • Catholic traditional reviewers appreciate the movie's plot but reject the intersex pope ending as ideologically driven and unrealistic.
  • Reactions vary widely, reflecting Catholic tensions over social and doctrinal issues.
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