Pope Leo will welcome a star-studded group of actors and filmmakers to the Vatican this weekend. Several Hollywood figures are scheduled to visit the Apostolic Palace on Saturday, where the Chicago-born pontiff will host them for a special audience called the World of Cinema.
“In this Jubilee Year, Pope Leo XIV has expressed his desire to deepen dialogue with the world of cinema — in particular with actors and directors — exploring the possibilities that artistic creativity offers to the mission of the Church and the promotion of human values,” the Vatican said in a press release.
In addition to Oscar-winner Cate Blanchett, known for her performance in “Blue Jasmine,” and Star Trek actor Chris Pine, the guest list includes Adam Scott from “Severance,” as well as Monica Bellucci, Viggo M

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