Brady Corbet Criticizes Financial Struggles Despite Success of 'The Brutalist'

The Oscar-nominated director reveals he has not earned any income from the critically acclaimed film, shedding light on systemic issues in the film industry.

Brady Corbet, director of the Oscar-nominated film 'The Brutalist,' disclosed he has not made any money from the project despite its critical success.
The film, which took seven years to complete, has received ten Oscar nominations, three Golden Globes, and four BAFTA awards.
Corbet revealed on the 'WTF with Marc Maron' podcast that he and his partner have been living off a three-year-old paycheck and recently had to shoot commercials in Portugal to cover expenses.
He highlighted that many directors face similar financial hardships, particularly due to the unpaid labor involved in extensive film promotion efforts.
'The Brutalist' tells the story of a Holocaust survivor navigating post-war America, juxtaposing themes of trauma, resilience, and the darker sides of capitalism.