008 - Conclave (Peter Straughan)

In this episode, Jeff Barker takes a deep dive into CONCLAVE, the Oscar-nominated screenplay written by Peter Straughan. Adapted from Robert Harris' novel, this gripping script blends political intrigue, religious drama, and even sports movie elements, creating one of the most unique and suspenseful screenplays of the year. 🔥 What We Cover in This Episode: ✔️ The real-life inspiration behind CONCLAVE ✔️ Why this screenplay feels like a sports movie disguised as a political thriller ✔️ The screenplay's unique formatting, dialogue techniques, and structure ✔️ The power struggles, ethical dilemmas, and conspiracies at the heart of the story ✔️ How Edward Berger's direction and an all-star cast brought the script to life 🏆 Award Buzz & Recognition: 8 Academy Award Nominations, including Best Picture & Best Adapted Screenplay Golden Globe Winner – Best Screenplay BAFTA & AFI Movie of the Year Winner CONVLAVE - Screenplay 📢 Join the Conversation! 💬 Like this episode? Subscribe, rate, and leave a review! ✅ Jeff Barker's Website ✅Video Podcast on YouTube