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The Pope Must Die
A less-than-qualified and far-from-perfect priest is mistakenly named the new pope. As the pontiff, he must deal with Vatican corruption, the Mob and the reappearance of his old lover.
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Plot Summary
An Irish priest, Father Michael, is unexpectedly elected Pope. Unbeknownst to him, the College of Cardinals has elected him because they believe he is a puppet they can control. However, Michael is not as easily manipulated as they had hoped and begins to implement reforms that shake up the Vatican's corrupt hierarchy.
Critical Reception
The film was met with mixed to negative reviews, with many critics finding its humor to be crude and its satirical targets heavy-handed. While some appreciated its attempt at religious satire, it largely failed to impress.
What Reviewers Say
Criticized for its unsubtle and often offensive humor.
Panned for its weak satirical premise and execution.
Some found the premise amusing, but the execution fell flat.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally lean negative, with common complaints about the film's lowbrow comedy and predictable plot.
Fun Fact
The film's title was changed to 'The Pope Must Diet!' in some markets to avoid offending religious groups and to emphasize the comedic aspect.
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