Sorrentino's 'The New Pope' Premieres at Venice Film Festival
Paolo Sorrentino surprised attendees by cycling at the Lido before presenting 'The New Pope' at the 76th Venice International Film Festival. The series continues the story of Lenny Belardo (Jude Law), now in a coma, and introduces a new pope, John Brannox (John Malkovich), a British dandy. Sorrentino blurs the line between cinema and television, maintaining his signature aesthetic. Cardinal Voiello (Silvio Orlando) schemes to elect Brannox as Pope John Paul III. Malkovich praised Sorrentino's unique direction and the series' exploration of spirituality. The show premiered in September 2019.
Key facts
- Paolo Sorrentino presented 'The New Pope' at the 76th Venice Film Festival.
- Jude Law reprises his role as Pope Lenny Belardo, now in a coma.
- John Malkovich joins as the new pope, John Brannox.
- Silvio Orlando returns as Cardinal Voiello, who plots to elect Brannox.
- Sorrentino directed the series for television, treating it like cinema.
- The series premiered in September 2019 at the Lido di Venezia.
- Malkovich described Sorrentino as having a strong sense of geography and character.
- The show addresses the desire for spiritual belief and miracles.
Entities
Artists
- Paolo Sorrentino
- Jude Law
- John Malkovich
- Silvio Orlando
- Margherita Bordino
Institutions
- Venice Film Festival
- Artribune
Locations
- Lido di Venezia
- Venice
- Italy
- Tuscany