The Two Popes” (2019) is a beautiful film that I watched on Netflix after the death of both popes. I really liked it—I even shed a tear. I must admit that, as a Catholic, I used to admire Pope Benedict, but after watching this film, I got to know Pope Francis better. The details of his life are truly touching and dark. I also have to add that the dearest pope to me, the one I remember fondly since early childhood, is my favorite—Pope John Paul II. The Slavic pope, John Paul II, was a symbol of humble kindness and faith. In the film, Benedict is portrayed as a stubborn German, but I don’t believe that reflects who he truly was. I would rather describe him as an exception in Rome—as a German.

Good film, very powerful acting. Great depiction of events.

Brilliant acting by Jonathan Pryce and Anthony Hopkins and a fascinating look at the power of the right wing junta in Argentina.

A thoughtful and laid-back story about one traditional pope learning to loosen up and accept his more open-minded successor in this sweet little slice-of-life movie that takes a more casual lense into the inner workings of the Catholic Church.

Deep, meaningful, brilliantly acted and effective in revealing how silly the church is.

Ótimo filme, mostrando a história de dois personagens importantes no mundo religioso. A história contada no filme é muito boa, mas acho pouco provavel que alguns fatos do filme sejam reais.

Mostly unsurprising but Price and Hopkins make the viewing worthwhile.

Great movie, I really enjoy it.

A riveting and impactful drama on the teachings and issues of the Roman Catholic Church.

I have no idea how much of this is true, but I completely enjoyed the time spent.

Incredible performances: just amazing to watch two masters in action alongside an interesting and believable story.

Meh. It is a cool idea, especially if it had been real. To know that this is based on bits and pieces of their speeches, etc. and not an actual biographical pic makes it less fun.

Two stellar performances by standouts at their craft. Amid all the pomp, all the sterile and the staunch, we gets sly little jokes and asides and more in this charming changing of the Catholic seat of most honor. 3.8 stars

Touching. Hilarious. Dramatic. Shocking. This film truly is a must see, if not for Pryce and Hopkins then for its honest exploration of Catholicism in our modern society and what makes a person ‘good'.

Totally brilliant acting by the two Popes (Hopkins and Pryce). An interesting story even if one has little sympathy with the Catholic Church. Some may find it boring (no action), but the dialogue is utterly absorbing. Pope Francis' historical background under the Argentinian junta is also a major feature, adding the dimension of religion/politics. The core of the story is the friendship which develops between the two old men. Religion and faith play a role, but only as part of the mens' story, not in any evangelical way. The public scandals in which the Catholic Church has been embroiled in recent decades are neither ignored, nor emphasized.

Such a pleasant watch. I enjoyed seeing behind the scenes of Vatican even I'm not a christian. Beautifully filmed. Its a fiction with two great British actors, but it delivered a lot as a movie.

I thought it was a good overall story which allows to see that even the pope is human and can have interesting discussions with other cardinals. I didn't realize until the end of the movie that it was based on a true story as we see the real popes & the friendship that they had together despite their differences.

Mainly a talented showcase between the titular pair at their finest and most convicted in embodying religious statures, glimpsing only in their humanely flawed sins displaying modest worthiness rather than providing reflected insights as expected. (B+)

Dosyć mocno osładza wizerunek nowego papieża. Dobrze nakręcony, ciekawy, aktorsko rewelka

Excellent acting and interesting story. Worth a view.