The Brutalist: Adrien Brody in a poignant historical fresco about the American dream

With The Brutalist, Brady Corbet(L'Enfance d'un chef, Vox Lux) continues to explore intimate stories set in complex historical contexts. Co-written with Mona Fastvold, the film follows the story of László Toth, a Hungarian Jewish architect played by Adrien Brody, who attempts to rebuild his life after the horrors of the Second World War.

AlongsideAdrien Brody, Felicity Jones(A Wonderful Story of Time) plays Erzsébet, the protagonist's wife, while Guy Pearce(Memento) completes this trio of talented actors. The film promises a profound reflection on the American dream, the scars of war and resilience in the face of adversity.

The Brutalist seems to be aimed primarily at fans of poignanthistorical dramas, where individual trajectories intertwine with the great events of history. Audiences who have enjoyed films such as Steven Spielberg 's Schindler's List or John Crowley 's Brooklyn should appreciate László Toth' s story andAdrien Brody's performance.

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The combination of elegant direction, a universal human story and an impressive cast makes this a work that could appeal to a wide audience, especially fans of auteur films with a strong emotional impact.

Even before its release, The Brutalist has already made its mark at international film festivals. At the Venice Film Festival 2024, Brady Corbet won the Silver Lion for Best Director in recognition of his bold visual and narrative approach.

What's more, the film triumphed at the Golden Globes 2025, winning three major awards: Best Motion Picture Drama, Best Director for Brady Corbet and Best Actor in a Motion Picture Drama for Adrien Brody. The nominations for Felicity Jones and Guy Pearce also underline the excellence of the cast's performances.

The Brutalist promises to be an intense historical-romantic drama, supported by an outstanding cast and meticulous direction. Thanks to Brady Corbet, this film promises an emotionally rich cinematic experience, exploring themes of memory, exile and personal reconstruction.

This article is based on information available online; we have not yet viewed the film mentioned.

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