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‘Conclave’ screenwriter stands by movie after Megyn Kelly criticism: ‘I don’t think the film is anti-Catholic’

  • Peter Straughan, the screenwriter of 'Conclave,' defends the film against Megyn Kelly's claims of it being anti-Catholic, stating, 'I don't think the film is anti-Catholic.'
  • The film 'Conclave' depicts Cardinal Lawrence, played by Ralph Fiennes, involved in the secretive election of a new pope amidst church secrets.
  • Megyn Kelly criticized 'Conclave' for its ending, calling it 'the most disgusting anti-Catholic film seen in a long time.'
  • The film won a Golden Globe for Best Adapted Screenplay and is available in theaters and on Peacock.
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Los Angeles TimesLos Angeles Times

'Conclave' examines power. Stanley Tucci explores why you'd want it

The film looks at the backstabbing intrigue that undermines elections even among the holiest constituents — such as Catholic cardinals.

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'Conclave' Screenwriter Responds To Megyn Kelly's Viral Rant About Movie

Peter Straughan dismissed the former Fox News host's allegation that "Conclave" is “anti-Catholic," defending the film’s message.

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'Conclave' Screenwriter Reacts to Megyn Kelly Calling the Film 'Anti-Catholic': 'I Don't Think' So

'Conclave' screenwriter Peter Straughan, after winning at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards on Jan. 5, addressed Megyn Kelly's recent criticism of the film as 'anti-Catholic.'

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Entertainment WeeklyEntertainment Weekly

'Conclave' writer responds to Megyn Kelly blasting movie as 'anti-Catholic': 'I stand by it'

"I feel the message is the church always having to re-find its spiritual core," said the Golden Globe winner.Kevin Mazur/Getty; Courtesy of Focus Features; Dia Dipasupil/Getty Peter Straughan; Ralph Fiennes in 'Conclave'; and Megyn KellyHot off his 2025 Golden Globes win, Peter Straughan is sharing his response to Megyn Kelly's "disgusted" review of Conclave.On Sunday, the former Fox News anchor shared her thoughts on the BAFTA-nominated film wi…

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The HillThe Hill

‘Conclave’ screenwriter stands by movie after Megyn Kelly criticism: ‘I don’t think the film is anti-Catholic’

The screenwriter of “Conclave” is defending the Golden Globe-winning film from criticism by Megyn Kelly, saying it’s not “anti-Catholic.” “I don’t think the film is anti-Catholic. I was brought up Catholic. I was an altar boy,” Peter Straughan told Variety on Sunday after winning the award for best screenplay at the Golden Globes in Los Angeles.  Although…

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The IndependentThe Independent

Conclave writer hits back at Megyn Kelly calling movie ‘repulsive’ and ‘disgusting’

Conservative pundit tore into the religious drama over the weekend, calling it ‘anti-Catholic’

·London, United Kingdom
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Variety broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Monday, January 6, 2025.
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