The Brutalist is a 2024 epic period drama about László Toth, a Hungarian Jewish Holocaust survivor played by Adrien Brody. He immigrates to the United States to pursue the American Dream, facing challenges until encountering a wealthy client who alters his life's trajectory. The film follows Toth over three decades, from 1947 to 1977, as he navigates post-war America and the complexities of his past. Directed by Brady Corbet and co-written with Mona Fastvold, the movie features a notable cast including Felicity Jones, Guy Pearce, and Joe Alwyn. It explores themes of trauma, resilience, and the elusive pursuit of success in a new land.
1980: AI-Generated Blueprints and Buildings in The Brutalist's Closing Sequence
In 1980, generative artificial intelligence was used to create architectural blueprints and finished buildings for the closing sequence of The Brutalist. However, director Brady Corbet clarified that the actual buildings were hand-drawn by artists, while AI was used to generate images in a memorial video designed to resemble poor digital renderings from that era.
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2015: "The Childhood of a Leader" Release
In 2015, "The Childhood of a Leader," co-written by Brady Corbet and Mona Fastvold, was released.
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September 2018: Brady Corbet Announces "The Brutalist"
In September 2018, Brady Corbet announced his next project, "The Brutalist." The film was co-written with Mona Fastvold.
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2019: Corbet and Blumberg Collaborate on "Gyuto"
In 2019, Brady Corbet and Daniel Blumberg collaborated on the short film "Gyuto."
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September 2, 2020: Casting Announced for "The Brutalist"
On September 2, 2020, the casting of Joel Edgerton, Marion Cotillard, and Mark Rylance in "The Brutalist" was announced.
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2020: "The Brutalist" Filming Postponed Due to Pandemic
Filming for "The Brutalist" was initially postponed in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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January 2021: "The Brutalist" Filming Postponed
Filming for "The Brutalist" was scheduled to begin in January 2021 in Poland, but it was later postponed.
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January 2021: "The Brutalist" Filming Delayed
The filming of "The Brutalist" was delayed again in January 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and other factors.
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August 2021: "The Brutalist" Filming Postponed
Filming for "The Brutalist" was postponed to August 2021.
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2022: "The Brutalist" Filming Further Delayed
Filming for "The Brutalist" was further delayed to the second quarter of 2022.
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March 9, 2023: Crew Announced for "The Brutalist"
On March 9, 2023, Lol Crawley (cinematographer), Dávid Jancsó (editor), and Kate Forbes (costume designer) were announced as crew members for "The Brutalist."
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March 16, 2023: "The Brutalist" Filming Begins
Filming for "The Brutalist" finally began on March 16, 2023, in Budapest, Hungary.
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April 11, 2023: Production Designer Announced for "The Brutalist"
Judy Becker was announced as the production designer for "The Brutalist" on April 11, 2023.
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April 29, 2023: "The Brutalist" Filming Moves to Italy
Production for "The Brutalist" moved to Carrara, Tuscany, Italy, on April 29, 2023.
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May 5, 2023: "The Brutalist" Filming Completed
Filming for "The Brutalist" was completed on May 5, 2023.
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September 1, 2024: "The Brutalist" Premieres at Venice Film Festival
On September 1, 2024, "The Brutalist" premiered at the 81st Venice International Film Festival. Director Brady Corbet won the Silver Lion for Best Direction.
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September 6, 2024: The Brutalist at Toronto International Film Festival
On September 6, 2024, The Brutalist was screened at the Toronto International Film Festival following its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival.
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December 13, 2024: "The Brutalist" Score Released
The score for "The Brutalist," composed by Daniel Blumberg, was released on December 13, 2024.
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December 20, 2024: "The Brutalist" US Release
"The Brutalist" was released in the United States on December 20, 2024, by A24.
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2024: "The Brutalist" Release
In 2024, "The Brutalist," an epic period drama directed by Brady Corbet, was released. The film follows a Hungarian-born Jewish Holocaust survivor and his struggles in the United States.
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2024: Awards and Nominations for The Brutalist
In 2024, The Brutalist won five awards at the 81st Venice International Film Festival, including the Silver Lion. It also received nominations at the Golden Globe Awards, Critics' Choice Awards, and Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and was named one of the top 10 films of the year by the American Film Institute.
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2024: Critical Acclaim and Recognition for The Brutalist
Throughout 2024, The Brutalist garnered significant critical acclaim. NPR included it in their list of the best movies and TV of the year, and RogerEbert.com ranked it as the best film of 2024. Several prominent filmmakers also named it among their favorites of the year.
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January 24, 2025: "The Brutalist" UK Release
"The Brutalist" is set to be released in the United Kingdom on January 24, 2025, by Universal Pictures and Focus Features.
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February 2025: The Brutalist at International Film Festival Rotterdam
In February 2025, The Brutalist was selected for screening in the Limelight section of the 54th International Film Festival Rotterdam.
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