The Two Popes

  • 12A (UNITED KINGDOM)
  • 2019


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Average Rating 3.7/5
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3.0
Hopkins and Pryce lift Popes above its loose patchwork of monologue, flashback, and personal reckoning, and let the movie get down to its truest root: .. EW
4.5
This is a smart, empathetic film about the need for both resilience and uncertainty in a faithful heart. Rogerebert
4.0
Hopkins creaks in tune with Benedict, whos portrayed as a Fanta loving fuddy duddy whos well aware of how much harder hes had to work for his success .. Common Sense Media
3.0
Were losing people, Bergoglio says, and on that issue, the pope doesnt fight back. Indie Wire
4.5
While its subject may be religious, The Two Popes doesnt want to convert the viewer. Variety
4.0
A clever script from Anthony McCarten (Darkest Hour) balances liturgical wrangling with lighter moments. Time Out
3.0
It doesnt all work; the flashbacks are unwieldy and the pacing falters in the second half. The Guardian
1.9
There isnt anything in the bleeding heart positions espoused by Jorge Bergoglio that complicates Pope Franciss public persona.
3.8
You dont have to believe that to enjoy the fellowship and verbal feints of The Two Popes.
4.5
The delicate dance between the two veteran actors, both eagerly devouring a late life jewel of a script, is a joy to behold. Screen Daily
4.5
Even if youre not Catholic or even if youre not religious, youll likely still find The Two Popes an engaging experience that will make you rethink Pop .. Collider
2.0
Fernando Meirelles fictionalized conversation between two pontiffs illuminates the intersection between penance and growth. Collider
4.5
McCarten has made a career out of sanding down complicated figures into the smoother stuff of Oscar ready impersonations, but The Two Popes doesnt fee .. Vulture
4.5
Anchored by two outstanding performances from Anthony Hopkins and Jonathan Pryce, the film is a triumph of writing as well as unostentatious filmmakin .. The Hollywood Reporter
0.3
A meditation on humility and the role of faith in the modern era of secularism, The Two Popes showcases two heavyweight actors perfectly cast and nimb ..
4.5
The third is absolutely riveting, a subtle and engaging double portrait that touches on complicated matters of faith, ambition and moral responsibilit .. The New York Times
1.5
For a while, this is entertaining enough, largely due to the pleasure of watching actors of the caliber of Hopkins and Pryce playing off of each other .. E Film Critic
2.0
An exercise in bonding through mutual exculpation, its worryingly close to being great PR. Telegraph
4.5
Who knew that serious talk about the future of the Catholic Church could be the source of so much fun
4.5
At times, theyre positioned as two old acquaintances catching up over mundane activities, resembling the laid back, anti glamorous drama of Louis Mall .. The Young Folks
4.0
At times, theyre positioned as two old acquaintances catching up over mundane activities, resembling the laid back, anti glamorous drama of Louis Mall .. The Young Folks
4.0
Funny, engrossing and thoughtful, the result is Meirelles most entertaining and watchable film since City Of God.
4.5
While eminently respectful to both men, THE TWO POPES isnt especially a film about faith. JoBlo
5.0
Hopkins and Pryces finely tuned performances illuminate Benedicts shrewd intelligence and Franciss deep humility. The Globe And Mail
5.0
Pope Francis loves the music of Abba and the Beatles, and hes a huge soccer fan. Spirituality And Practice
3.0
A master class in acting thats also a cheeky exercise in historically based speculation. One Guys Opinion
3.1
The script tries entirely too hard to be cute, at times papal rivals can be soccer rivals, too. Rogers Movie Nation
3.8
The film largely suffers in its narrative provision of absolution to its flawed protagonists. Chicago Reader
3.8
Its an intelligent and, surprisingly, sometimes playful film about two intelligent and faithful men... Mark Reviews Movies
3.0
The main pleasure of The Two Popes is watching Hopkins and Pryce play off each other, the two actors absolutely delightful.
4.4
Hopkins and Pryce have sensational chemistry and are rather heavenly inhabiting their character arcs, which power this pious take on Frost/Nixon. Usa Today
3.8
It is really beautifully acted, and a lot of times it does feel like a play on film in all the best ways. You Tube
4.0
A touching film about how faith evolves and changes as we grow and thats a good thing You Tube
3.0
A good movie about a long conversation between a present and future pope. Hopkins and Pryce are at the top of their game. You Tube
4.5
Meirelles adds to his filmography another work of art. It deserves to be treasured for its manufacture, script and above all heavenly performances. You Tube
5.0
Its greatest value, ultimately, is not as a theocratic commentary, but as a testament to the possibility of deep, rewarding friendship under unlikely, .. The Times
3.0
Jorge doesnt like the direction the church is headed under Benedicts rule, and that is one of the reasons he doesnt want to be a cardinal anymore. Lariat
3.0
Inside Out This is Pixars boldest and strangest animated feature. Independent
3.5
Its an angry rant of a movie, unafraid to travel into dark corners. Shadows On The Wall
4.5
Its also swiftly paced, compulsively watchable and almost a little bit fun. Decider
4.5
Given that the film and its title are inspired by actual events, it would be no spoiler to reveal where this path is leading. But there is so much art .. The Wrap
4.5
It isnt just showing up with charisma and holding the attention of the audience. The Wrap
4.4
The Two Popes tells the story of one of the most consequential moments in the history of the Catholic Church with subtlety and grace, including two of .. News Day
3.1
If nothing else, the mere sight of two popes drinking brews and watching a soccer game together is one of the more surreal things youll see at the mov .. New York Post
4.5
Both Ratzinger and Bergoglio have made mistakes in their lives; theyve compromised on their principles; theyve served masters they dont believe in. Hindustan Times
1.5
See The Two Popes for its fine performances, but dont be tempted by its navet. Slate
4.0
Whenever I try to be myself, people dont like me very much, Benedict sadly concludes. Susang Ranger
4.5
However, the movie doesnt have anything more to it beyond the novelty of seeing two senior priests enjoying a pizza and a bottle of Fanta together. Flickering Myth
4.0
Its anchored by an understated, yet evocative performance from Jonathan Pryce. Flickering Myth
4.0
The Two Popes has all the holy magic it needs from Fernando Marseilles direction and Anthony McCartens script that blends pain and humor Flickering Myth
2.5
The two actors are bound to be showered with awards, as is the production design, the polished script, etc. But theres no intrigue, no real substance .. Flim Threet
4.5
A warm hearted adaptation that sees the talented Gerwig directing with a keen eye for the parallels between womens lives in the 19th and 21st centurie .. Bbc
3.5
The papal coffers havent financed all manner of decorative, celebratory finerypaintings, golden vessels, pure white vestments just begging to be adorn .. Time
2.0
Directed by Fernando Meirelles with the kind of hyperactivity that worked so well in his kinetic breakthrough City of God, that trait is unfortunately .. The Film Stage
3.8
The Two Popes works as a film about unlikely friendship between two men of real and intriguing contrasts. Chicago Tribune
4.4
At once an assertion of humanitys divine nature, and divinitys inherent humanity. Chicago Tribune
2.0
Meirelles (City of God, 2002; The Constant Gardener, 2005) knows what hes doing. Boston Globe
4.0
Hopkins (currently doing an even better job of atoning for mid career excess than Al Pacino) extracts enormous humour from a man who couldnt tell a jo .. The Irish Times
4.5
Even so, The Two Popes is not interested in acting out deep ecclesiastical debates; the script confirms that Bergoglio is a little more relaxed than R .. The Atlantic
4.0
Thanks to a nimble script, zippy visuals and the superlative Jonathan Pryce, its a pleasure to fall into line. Standard
3.0
What emerges is a discussion of beliefs and responsibilities, yes, but mostly the story of two men at personal and ideological crossroads that happene .. Detroit News
4.5
ABBA Benedict, who clearly doesnt know about the pop quartet, wonders. Firstpost
1.5
The two debate policy and theology the value of compromise and change versus principle and tradition before Benedict drops his bombshell: That hes pla .. Cnn
4.0
This is all due to the expert casting of Hopkins and Pryce, each of whom address their roles with both a precision and fluidity that is only the provi .. Herald Sun
3.0
A tightly constructed narrative, which examines the role of forgiveness, The Two Popes is a lowkey buddy comedy that simply follows two actors at the .. Consequence Of Sound
4.5
The Two Popes is thoroughly and purposefully fictionalized. But its also a surprisingly sensitive and often funny take on the promise and perils of le .. Vox
4.0
Anthony Hopkins and Johnathan Pryce lead this buddy comedy cum personal drama about the two most famous religious icons of our time. Hey U Guys
3.0
You might not expect Meirelles usual aesthetic (City of God, The Constant Gardener) to mesh with McCartens prestige meets studio narrative style (Bohe .. The Play List
2.0
For all the dialogue they volley back and forth (in four languages apiece!), youll notice neither of them really says much of anything. Neither does t .. Now Toronto
1.5
Well before its end, the film has settled into the groove of a corny buddy comedy so unreal that little trace remains of the serious issues at stake. The Age
3.0
And, whilst child abuse in the Catholic Church is mentioned, its rapidly jettisoned in favour of undeniably entertaining banter and intellectual dueli .. Flicks
3.0
The main attraction is the actorly ping pong of Hopkins and Pryce, respectively curmudgeonly and crinkle eyed. Ft
4.0
Its a fond and indulgent soft focus conceit, but beautifully acted and paced. ( Independent Ie
4.5
But beyond the neon and nudity, theres an interesting examination of the Vaticans spiritual, moral and ethical shortcomings waiting for you. Stuff
3.0
A curious movie exalted by the wonderful performances from Hopkins and Pryce.
3.8
...an intimate portrait of faith as a struggle, even for those at the very top. Larsen On Film
4.0
What starts as a historical scribe of the unusual sequence of events that led the Vatican to have two living popes, gently subsides into an affectiona .. The Sun
4.5
This scintillating drama, written by Anthony McCarten, achieves a maximum of theatrical delight and intellectual substance with two glorious performan .. Wsj
4.0
A lapsed Catholics lament on the state of the Church as symbolised by its leaders old and new. Matts Movie Reviews
4.5
The rarest of animals a deep and serious cinematic exploration of religious faith boasts a pair of knockout performances from Jonathan Pryce and Antho .. The Filmy Ap
2.0
But thats not what interests Meirelles (City of God) and writer Anthony McCarten (Darkest Hour, The Theory of Everything). Patriot Ledger
4.0
Explores the divide between liberal and conservative values with humor, insight, and no shortage of historical context. Punch Drunk Critics
4.5
The multilingual movie can be viewed as an advanced acting class. Straight
3.5
A movie that ends the series the way it began: heavy on the spectacle and fan service, light on imagination. Straits Times
5.0
First and foremost this is a supremely smart and winning movie that will bring you laughs, tears and perhaps best of all, a new way to look at the wor .. Dead Line
2.0
But if all you want is an intelligent and well executed fairy tale film that is not out to smear the church for its religious lapses, youve got it her .. Dennis Schwartz Reviews
2.0
The Two Popes is handsomely shot, and the recreations of the Vatican are majestic, but this doesnt stop it from being rather boring, and its joviality .. One Room With A View
4.0
A documentary would likely take a better examination in this regard. Solzy At The Movies
5.0
The Two Popes could very well be the best film of the year, and if any film surpasses it, what a year for cinema it has been. Awards Circuit
4.5
Benedicts adherence to dogma (and his complicity in coverups) isnt the way forward for a church in a rapidly changing world. Bitly
3.0
A documentary portrait of veteran Sicilian photojournalist Letizia Battaglia, Shooting the Mafia reveals a woman with nerves of steel. Scots Man
4.5
Prayer isnt a joke or a trivial matter in these shows, its a deeper experience that leads to miracles. Polygon
1.5
In the bathroom, Benedict, then Joseph Ratzinger, asks Bergoglio what hymn hes whistling. Polygon
1.5
Like McCartens previous work, its a clumsy hunk of semi digestible exposition, watchable mostly as a showcase for its lead actors. Film Avclub
4.3
But Meirelles isnt content with a religious version of My Dinner with Andre. Or Lando Weekly
3.0
The approach hes taken to The Two Popes doesnt work, we should make that clear right away. Alternate Ending
3.0
When director Fernando Meirelles veers back to that war, the film loses some of its engaging quality. Tony Mack
4.0
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3.0
With actors like these in top form theres never a dull moment, even when the film delves into flashbacks set in the distant past. The Australian
4.0
The Two Popes is the perfect Christmas movie for our doubting times. It is a mix of fact and fiction, comedy and drama, and re imagines the dramatic r .. The National
4.0
In the end, The Two Popes is a serious intellectual boxing match, an unexpectedly sweet buddy comedy and a gorgeous bit of movie making. Winnipeg Free Press
2.0
It is a pleasure and a privilege to be able to eavesdrop on this conversation, and inspiring, too. Movie Mom
3.5
Even though the scenes that feature the encounters between the two popes could come across as implausible, in the hands of Hopkins and Pryce they end ..
5.0
This portrait of good in the form of Cardinal Bergoglio, who becomes Pope Francis (Pryce) isnt some static presentation of innate virtue, but an exami .. Datebook Sfchronicle
3.8
The Two Popes might promulgate an optimistic portrait of the Catholic Church and its leaders. Ap News
4.5
Jonathan Pryce and Anthony Hopkinsare giving an actors masterclass while giving audiences an inside peek into the how the pontiffs are selected. Wonde .. Wp Me
2.5
Flirts with the best films about faith for its first hour. Then screenwriter Anthony McCartens anodyne, awards chasing approach kicks in and reduces w .. Mid West Film Journal
4.5
Whether or not these two popes actually met in the mens room doesnt really matter. Vulture
0.0
Its a German joke, so it doesnt have to be funny, he then explains. Spectator
4.5
He doesnt know why hes been summoned but he hopes to get the pope to approve his resignation. Battleship Pretension
4.5
Benedict doesnt come across as a malevolent figure, but more like a true believer in a certain way of doing things. Entertainment Voice
3.0
The Two Popes is a lighthearted film that features two commendable performances from Anthony Hopkins and Jonathan Pryce. The Only Critic
3.8
Screenwriter Anthony McCarten (The Theory of Everything) doesnt try to disguise the talky nature of these encounters. Heral
4.4
Foregrounded is the soul of Catholicism, and this atheist found it fascinating to watch. Film Festival Today
3.5
Pryce and Hopkins ensure we can mostly see past the issues and enjoy a tale that might well be, it must be said, three quarters or so fictional. Adelaide Review
4.5
The Two Popes is a film that washes over you, almost like a cleanse, and then ushers you out the other side enlightened and with a great deal of respe .. Battle Royale With Cheese
4.5
As a character, Benedict doesnt carry quite the same weight as Francis in the narrative; however, hes equally magnetic. Geek Girl Authority
3.0
Luckily, the film doesnt patronize or reduce to hackneyed Greater Good maudlinism of lesser films (even some at this very festival). The Film Experience
4.4
It may come as a shock, but, The Two Popes is actually one of the funnier movies of the year. McCarten peppers in a ton of humorous lines for Hopkins .. Hollywood News
4.5
Author of Darkest Hour, Anthony McCarten provides a remarkable, well crafted script that cares about language. Kdhx
2.0
It suffers from a soft narrative, devoid of substance, abounding in cheap sentimentality and a calculated indulgence at the service of marketing that, ..
3.5
Much funnier and heart warming than youd expect it to be Pryce and Hopkins make an exquisite odd couple Entertainment Ie
4.4
Whats most compelling about The Two Popes is how Hopkins and Pryce approach their roles. Movie Cricket
3.0
The Two Popes is a solid character driven drama powered by two outstanding performances. Showbiz Junkies
4.5
Brazilian director Fernando Meirelles gives us sumptuous on location visuals of the Vatican and the Papal Summer Palace, and the script (by Anthony Mc .. Vogue
4.0
Benedict is an enigma in some ways, and the world doesnt really want enigmas at the moment. Caution Spoilers
3.5
Armond White, a film critic, writes about movies for National Review and is the author of New Position: The Prince Chronicles , at Amazon. Google
3.5
In the end especially at the end the film is almost criminally charming. Maddwolf
4.0
With one of the years finest screenplays and starring two preeminent actors playing off each other in perfect harmony, The Two Popes proves to be some .. The Jam Report
4.5
The Two Popes emerges as a attractive film with a lot of material for artistic, political and religious debate. Full review in Spanish La Nación (Argentina)
3.0
The reason The Two Popes works so well is because it addresses a difficult theme in an attractive way for the public at large.
2.0
Despite its over reliance on unnecessary flashbacks, The Two Popes is a masterclass in acting delivered by two legendary stalwarts of the craft: Pryce .. Worldo Free L
4.0
I definitely laughed out loud more than once throughout The Two Popes, but its true impact lies in its moments of intense emotional weight. Jaredmobarak
4.5
Like a few other notable films out there, this, too, focuses on mens relationships with one another. This time though, their religion is, well, religi .. The Movie Minute
3.0
An entertaining piece of fiction centred around Pope Benedicts virtually unprecedented resignation from the papacy. Daily Telegraph
3.5
Show dont tell, unless you have Anthony Hopkins and Jonathan Pryce. Pitts Burgh Magazine
3.0
The Two Popes is clever, kind, and warm, and Im sure your Catholic grandma will love it. Thanks at least in part to The Two Popes, the Catholic church .. Book & Film Globe
4.5
Like Peter Morgans riveting The Crown, Fernando Meirelless The Two Popes interrogates the resilience of a long standing institution. That Shelf
2.5
The Two Popes is consistently jarring, attempting to make the audience view both cardinals as fun, and more down to earth, than assumed, even as their .. The Digital Fix
4.5
As Pope Benedict, Anthony Hopkins delivers a career best performance that will surely be remembered come awards season. Awards Watch
2.0
Hopkins, investing Benedict with tragic dignity and quiet self awareness, has the more interesting performance. Nc Register
4.5
Warm, witty and surprisingly moving, this comedy drama is the most unlikely bromance you will see all year. Haaretz
3.0
The Two Popes offers just enough wit and personality to see you through, doubtlessly thanks to the two exceptional performances at its centre. The Hollywood News
3.0
The flashbacks feel forced and isolated, and I think the film works just fine without them. Movie Show Plus
4.4
If you prefer fast paced action, you might find it talky, but if you enjoy the nuances of clever conversation, youve come to the right place. Wtop
3.0
Based on previous form, you would have expected a hard hitting examination instead of a carefully crafted, intimate character study full of wit and th ..
4.5
The Two Popes isnt just a history lesson about the power of diplomacy within a church; its a thought provoking display of mercy, acceptance, and frien .. KSDK
4.0
The confessions are the most powerful moments of the film, the trust is unbreakable, and I like to think that a divine hand was involved in this succe .. Always Good Movies
4.5
One aspect that is touched on but doesnt get enough attention in the film is what a major change his election to pope was. CultureMap
5.0
hatever your stakes in religion, Pryce and Hopkins are a joy to watch together on screen. Its a must see. Dogandwolf
4.5
I really do admire watching these people go at it, talking about their ideas and their visions... Theres a humanness to this film that I really liked. FilmWeek (KPCC - NPR Los A ..
4.4
Shockingly, The Two Popes earns its place as one of the most enjoyable films of the year. We Boughta Blog
4.5
Fernando Meirelles The Two Popes is a rarity, an important true life religious story, an intellectual and elegant psychological thriller with massive .. What She Said Radio
4.0
Oscar winning filmmaker Chris Donahue told me why hes telling people its a comedy. Ncr Online
5.0
Popes are supposed to serve for life, as Pope Benedicts predecessor Pope John Paul II had, done despite declining health. We Are Movie Geeks
4.0
Both actors are given the best showcase material theyve had in years since chasing franchise robots or pirates, respectively. Every Movie Hasalesson
3.0
With whimsical direction and performances, the potentially ponderous, opaque political picture is elevated into something altogether enjoyable. NME
4.0
The verbal sparring in director Fernando Meirelless comic drama is sharp, fast, unguarded and downright playful at times.
3.5
Whether youll appreciate McCartens airport bookstore level writing or Meirelless ostentatious direction may all be a matter of taste and a commitment ..
4.5
Using a blend of archival footage and narrative designed to look like documentary, Meirelles captures the energy and urgency of The Two Popes core deb .. Boulder Weekly
4.5
The Two Popes is the juiciest movie Ive seen in between the seriousness of the events and the good humor that surrounds them. La Nación (Costa Rica)
4.0
The Two Popes has two actors who play off each other so well. This is another film that is a school of acting. Phantom Tollbooth
3.0
Anthony McCartens screenplay doesnt present dueling popes, but a narrative about the search for humanity and mercy. Texas Art & Film
2.0
It is a script by Anthony McCarten (Darkest Hour, Bohemian Rhapsody), a master at biopics and the crisp one liners, with a side of unrealistic cinemat ..
3.0
In other words, this is a film about the state of the Catholic Church made in 2019 that doesnt want to rustle any feathers. The Filtered Lens
4.5
Renee Zellweger is stunning. She does all of her own singing and performing but also finds who she was as a person that loved her children and fans.
4.5
Meirelles and McCarten took a inconspicuous premise and turned it into a sweet, effective, and very funny history that goes by like water. Pólvora
4.5
He is something of a stiff, who lives in a pontifical bubble and doesnt know who the Beatles are. America Magazine
3.0
Catholics should love it, and could please lovers of liturgies and secrets. For the rest of us, its a good movie about an unlikely friendship of two c .. QiiBO
3.0
The film finds humor in the interchange of a Cardinal and the Pope, two people whose ideologies seem polar opposites. Big Apple Reviews
1.5
Ooh, theres an idea for a completely fictitious sequel the Two Popes side by side, fighting world crime. MovieJawn
4.5
The extraordinary thing about this movie is the humanity of the disparate pair, and the wonderful portrait of two characters that converge in a centra .. Letras Libres
4.0
Even if there are some criticisms present, a tone of conciliation prevails, which reaches a significant dose of emotionalism.
4.5
Great dialogue and excellent performances by Hopkins and Pryce are what mainly sustain the film. Proceso
3.0
Ratzinger asks: What is that hymn youre whistling Turns out hes never heard of Abba.
4.5
The Two Popes is a gentle and mature meditation on the merits of finding common ground. Dear Cast and Crew
4.5
One of the most amazing productions Ive ever seen. The cinemaphotography, with its opening super long tracking shot...(what did we do before Steadicam .. Malibu Times
4.5
One of the most profound moments passes quickly and with little fanfare, echoing Franciss modesty. KMUW - Wichita Public Radi ..
4.5
At its heart are two formidable central performances from two Welsh actors. Cineuropa
4.0
My only interest in religion of any stripe is intellectual; The Two Popes, which is unashamedly pro Francis and quite clearly pro Pope, fascinated and .. Film Mafia
4.0
It works as an intriguing drama, and one that reflects the clash of ideologies that exists within the Church even today.
4.0
surprisingly sprightly biographical drama of redemption, friendship and totalitarian regimes The Sunday People
4.5
With its bouncy dialogue and sharp look at the politics behind the papal hat, Meirelles The Two Popes feels like a kinder version of an Armando Iannuc .. Remezcla
4.0
The Two Popes is a wonderful showcase of great acting (both the leads are phenomenal), brilliant casting, effective writing, and terrific cinematograp .. The News International (Pa ..
4.5
But this is a very minor issue in what I felt was a powerful drama and an enjoyable film with strong characters, filled with memorable moments. Korea Herald
3.5
A speculative dramatization of recent history that stars very skilled actors as recognizable world leaders while not necessarily shedding a huge amoun .. Goomba Stomp
4.5
The magic of this mostly fictional film from Netflix is that it imagines an example of authentic listening and dialogue. Blog Franciscan Media
3.5
The Two Popes is an atypical film, an interesting exercise walking between the biopic, drama and social, political and religious criticism with a slig .. A Simple Vista
3.8
To strictly focus on the popes friendship certainly appeals to a broad audience. MTR Network



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