Overview

• ‘The Brutalist,’ a sweeping tale of a Holocaust survivor turned architect, received 10 Oscar nominations, including Best Picture.
• The film, starring Adrien Brody and Guy Pearce, explores themes of trauma, ambition, and the immigrant experience in post-war America.
• Other new UK cinema releases include Steven Soderbergh’s ghost story ‘Presence’ and Mel Gibson’s action thriller ‘Flight Risk.’
• Critical reception for ‘The Brutalist’ highlights its ambition and performances, though some critics find its architectural focus underwhelming.
• Several Oscar-nominated films, including the Bob Dylan biopic ‘A Complete Unknown,’ remain available in cinemas for viewing.