A24's 'The Brutalist' Gains Momentum as Awards Season Frontrunner
The historical drama starring Adrien Brody as a Holocaust-surviving architect has earned critical acclaim and seven Golden Globe nominations ahead of its December 20 release.
- Directed by Brady Corbet, 'The Brutalist' follows Jewish architect László Toth as he rebuilds his life and career in post-World War II America
- Adrien Brody stars as Toth, with Felicity Jones and Guy Pearce in key supporting roles, portraying his wife and a wealthy industrialist, respectively.
- The film explores themes of resilience, discrimination, and artistic integrity, with Toth facing challenges in a new country while pursuing his architectural vision.
- 'The Brutalist' premiered at the Venice Film Festival, where Corbet won the Silver Lion for directing, and has since garnered multiple accolades from critics' associations.
- The film will debut in select theaters on December 20 with special 70mm presentations, followed by a wider release in January 2025.