Vatican Sets Nov. 15 Audience With Nearly 40 Film Figures for Pope Leão XIV

Overview

• The Vatican confirmed a Saturday audience with actors and directors, including Cate Blanchett, Chris Pine and Adam Scott.
• Oscar-winning directors Spike Lee, George Miller and Gus Van Sant are on the guest list, alongside names such as Monica Bellucci, Judd Apatow, Matteo Garrone and others.
• The event is being organized by the Vatican’s Office for Culture as part of the Holy Year program.
• Ahead of the gathering, Pope Leão XIV named four favorite films: It’s a Wonderful Life, The Sound of Music, Ordinary People and Life Is Beautiful.
• The Vatican says the pope seeks to explore how artistic creativity can serve the Church’s mission and promote human values, continuing arts-focused encounters launched under Pope Francis.