Vatican Ballot. World Awaits Choice Of Pope.
Vatican Ballot. World Awaits Choice Of Pope.
Clip: 355859_1_1
Year Shot: 1958
(Actual Year)
Audio: Yes
Video: B/W
Tape Master: 1652
Original Film: 031-086-01
HD: N/A
Location: Italy
Timecode: 00:35:35 - 00:37:01
Vatican Ballot. World Awaits Choice Of Pope. Throngs fill Saint Peter's square awaiting the puff of smoke from within the Sistine Chapel signalling the selection of the new pope. Rare scenes from within the chapel show the college of cardinals as they begin their deliberations, sealed off from the outside world. The traditional signal results in confusion as an intended black 'fumetta' on the first ballot, emerges white, causing premature rejoicing. Crowds outside. Nun looking at magazine or booklet that shows yearbook-sized photos. Press, newsreel cameras aimed. Woman wearing white gloves looks through binoculars.