History of The Brutalist in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 27, 2025

The Brutalist is a 2024 period drama directed by Brady Corbet, starring Adrien Brody as a Hungarian-Jewish Holocaust survivor who immigrates to the United States. He grapples with pursuing the American Dream until a wealthy client alters his path. The film features an ensemble cast including Felicity Jones, Guy Pearce, and Joe Alwyn.

September 2, 2020: Casting Announcements for The Brutalist

On September 2, 2020, it was announced that Joel Edgerton and Marion Cotillard were cast as the leads in The Brutalist, playing László Tóth and Erzsébet Tóth, respectively. Mark Rylance was cast as László's client. Sebastian Stan, Vanessa Kirby, Isaach De Bankolé, Alessandro Nivola, Raffey Cassidy, and Stacy Martin were also announced in unknown roles.

September 2020: Epilogue shot in Venice; Production delayed

In September 2020, Corbet shot the epilogue of The Brutalist in Venice. Principal photography, initially scheduled to start in Poland in December 2020, was postponed due to COVID restrictions.

March 9, 2023: Crew Announcements: Cinematography, Editing, and Costume Design

On March 9, 2023, Lol Crawley was announced as the director of photography, Dávid Jancsó as the editor, and Kate Forbes as the costume designer for The Brutalist.

March 16, 2023: Principal Photography Begins in Budapest

On March 16, 2023, principal photography for The Brutalist began in Budapest, Hungary. Budapest and the surrounding countryside stood in for Philadelphia and rural Pennsylvania.

April 11, 2023: Judy Becker Announced as Production Designer

On April 11, 2023, Judy Becker was announced as the production designer for The Brutalist. Daniel Blumberg was announced to compose the film's score.

April 29, 2023: Filming moves to Carrara, Tuscany

On April 29, 2023, production of The Brutalist moved to Carrara, Tuscany. Filming occurred in the Bettogli and Bombarda quarries, as well as in the town of Carrara.

May 5, 2023: Principal Photography Wraps

On May 5, 2023, principal photography for The Brutalist wrapped after 34 days of shooting.

September 1, 2024: The Brutalist Premieres at Venice International Film Festival

On September 1, 2024, The Brutalist premiered at the 81st Venice International Film Festival. Director Brady Corbet was awarded the Silver Lion for Best Direction.

September 6, 2024: The Brutalist plays at the Toronto International Film Festival

On September 6, 2024, The Brutalist was screened at the Toronto International Film Festival.

December 13, 2024: The Brutalist's score released

On December 13, 2024, the album containing the score of The Brutalist was released through Milan Records.

December 20, 2024: The Brutalist Released in the United States

On December 20, 2024, A24 released The Brutalist in the United States.

2024: Awards and Nominations for The Brutalist

In 2024, The Brutalist received significant recognition, winning five awards at the 81st Venice International Film Festival, including the Silver Lion. It garnered nominations for nine awards at the 30th Critics' Choice Awards and ten at the 97th Academy Awards, securing wins for Best Cinematography, Best Score, and Best Lead Actor. Additionally, it won three awards at the 82nd Golden Globe Awards, including Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama, Best Director, and Best Motion Picture – Drama. The American Film Institute also named The Brutalist as one of the top 10 films of 2024.

January 23, 2025: The Brutalist Released in Hungary

On January 23, 2025, UIP-DunaFilm released The Brutalist in Hungary.

January 24, 2025: The Brutalist Released in the United Kingdom

On January 24, 2025, Focus Features, through Universal Pictures International, released The Brutalist in the United Kingdom.

March 20, 2025: The Brutalist Grosses $48.5 Million Worldwide

As of March 20, 2025, The Brutalist has grossed $16.2 million in the United States and Canada, and $31.4 million in other territories, for a worldwide total of $48.5 million.