Newly arrived in 1940s America, a war-scarred architect (Adrien Brody) is drafted by a volatile tycoon (Guy Pearce) to build a vast arts complex outside Philadelphia—a partnership that will bring power, money, and a grave personal toll. Having racked up accolades during its festival run—”amazing and engrossing” (The Guardian), “monumental” (The Hollywood Reporter), “a new great American masterpiece” (Rolling Stone)—this epic historical drama is sure to be a major contender this awards season.
The listed runtime includes a fifteen-minute intermission.
The Brutalist is nominated for the following Academy Awards:
