Popes — they’re just like us! They like to watch movies, too.

The Chicago-born pontiff reveals his old-school movie tastes ahead of a landmark Vatican meeting with entertainment A-listers. By Scott Roxborough Europe Bureau Chief Pope Leo XIV has revealed his top ...

Pope Leo welcomed more than 100 actors, directors, and producers to the Apostolic Palace for the Vatican’s first event devoted to cinema, urging support for theaters as attendance declines.

Pope Leo XIV meets with Spike Lee during an audience with and stars directors from the cinema at the Vatican, Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025. Credit: Vatican Media Via AP VATICAN CITY (RNS) — Spike Lee, Cate ...

"Cultural facilities, such as cinemas and theaters, are the beating hearts of our communities because they contribute to making them more human," the pontiff said.

Pope Leo will host a slew of Hollywood stars at the Vatican on Saturday in an effort to “deepen dialogue” between the Catholic Church and Hollywood in a “World of Cinema” gathering. “In this Jubilee ...

Pope Leo XIV has revealed his favorite movies, ahead of a meeting with prominent figures from the film world on Saturday.

Pope Leo XIV welcomed Spike Lee, Cate Blanchett, Greta Gerwig and dozens of other Hollywood luminaries to a special Vatican audience Saturday celebrating cinema and its ability to inspire and unite.

In a meeting with Hollywood heavyweights, Pope Leo XIV warned that movie theaters are disappearing just as their cultural power is most needed.

Pope Leo XIV, a self-proclaimed cinephile, has unveiled his four favourite films: 'It's a Wonderful Life,' 'The Sound of ...