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

All four of Leo’s chosen films were released in the 20th century, with the oldest on the list “It’s a Wonderful Life,” which came out in 1946, according to a statement from the Vatican.

Directed by Frank Capra, the movie tells the story of an angel that descends from heaven to help a businessman appreciate the meaning of his existence.

Next, the Pope chose 1965 musical “The Sound of Music,” directed by Robert Wise, which follows a young nun-in-training as she becomes a governess to seven children in the lead-up to the Nazi Anschluss of Austria.

Leo also chose 1980 movie “Ordinary People,” directed by Robert Redford, which tells the story of a couple and their son wh

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