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Actor Scott Meets Pope, Urges Theaters Stay Open

4/23/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Actor Scott met Pope Leo XIV, who urged the creative community to keep movie theaters open despite political pressures.
He discussed his new film Hokum, work in Ireland and at the Vatican, and filming at the Liss Ard estate in Skibbereen, West Cork.
He said many people compare his appearance to Tom Cruise, recalled delivering calzones as a pizza driver in the 1990s, and noted Parks and Rec’s growing popularity after low initial viewership.

History

Historical Context

In 1893, Pope Leo XIII issued the encyclical *Providentissimus Deus*, advocating for the study of scripture and addressing modern challenges to biblical authority. His efforts aimed to reconcile the Catholic Church with contemporary society, emphasizing the importance of artistic and intellectual freedom. This legacy continues to resonate today as filmmakers and artists navigate the balance between creative expression and societal pressures.

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Story summary

Actor Scott met Pope Leo XIV, who urged the creative community to keep movie theaters open despite political pressures.
He discussed his new film Hokum, work in Ireland and at the Vatican, and filming at the Liss Ard estate in Skibbereen, West Cork.
He said many people compare his appearance to Tom Cruise, recalled delivering calzones as a pizza driver in the 1990s, and noted Parks and Rec’s growing popularity after low initial viewership.

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