Pope Leo’s Top 4 Films Feature Nazis, Capitalism And A Whole Heap Of Redemption
VATICAN CITY, Nov 10 (Reuters) – Lights, camera, action, pope?
About thirty Hollywood stars are scheduled to meet with Pope Leo this weekend, including notable actors such as Cate Blanchett, Chris Pine, and Adam Scott, as announced by the Vatican on Monday.
Joining the special audience at the Vatican with Leo, the first pope from the United States, will be acclaimed directors like Spike Lee, George Miller, and Gus Van Sant.
The Vatican stated, “The pope has expressed his desire to deepen dialogue with the World of Cinema… exploring the possibilities that artistic creativity offers to the mission of the Church and the promotion of human values.”
Papal events usually feature high-ranking Catholic cardinals, but it is rare to see Hollywood stars in attendance.
However, the late Pope Francis hosted an event at the Vatican in June 2024 for comedians, including U.S. late-night hosts Conan O’Brien, Stephen Colbert, and Jimmy Fallon.
Other participants in Saturday’s event with Leo include actors Alison Brie, Dave Franco, and Viggo Mortensen, as well as directors Joanna Hogg, Tony Kaye, and Julie Taymor.
Prior to the upcoming event, the Vatican revealed four of the pope’s favorite films: “It’s a Wonderful Life” (1946); “The Sound of Music” (1965); “Ordinary People” (1980); and “Life Is Beautiful” (1997).
The Vatican’s culture office is organizing Saturday’s event as part of the Church’s ongoing Holy Year.
