Release Date: Expected in 2024 (Italy)
Runtime: 3h 35m
Genre: Drama
Director: Brady Corbet
Writers: Brady Corbet , Mona Fastvold
Production Companies: Andrew Lauren Productions , Yellow Bear Films , Brookstreet Pictures
Filming Locations: Budapest, Hungary
Countries of Origin: United States, United Kingdom, Hungary
Language: English
Cinematography: Lol Crawley
Music: Mica Levi
Editing: Matthew Hannam
Story
Architect László Tóth, who had a vision, and his wife Erzsébet fled war-torn Europe shortly after World War II in search of a new beginning in America. Their new beginning takes an unexpected turn when they become involved with Harrison Lee Van Buren, a wealthy and enigmatic industrialist. Van Buren commissions László to design a grand modernist monument, promising to elevate their careers and transform their lives. As they dive deeper into the project, the Tóths face a series of challenges that test their resilience, reveal dark secrets, and push their ambitions to the limits. The film explores themes of ambition, betrayal, and the personal cost of pursuing one’s dreams.
Plot Summary
Against the backdrop of post-World War II Europe and the emergence of contemporary America, The Brutalist chronicles the turbulent voyage of visionary architect László Tóth and his spouse Erzsébet. Fleeing from the devastation of Europe in 1947, they seek to rebuild their lives and legacy in the burgeoning landscape of America. Their fortunes seem to change when they meet Harrison Lee Van Buren, a wealthy and enigmatic industrialist who commissions László to design a monumental modernist structure. As the project unfolds, the Tóths are drawn into a high-stakes world of ambition and betrayal, navigating both triumphs and heartbreaks as they grapple with the cost of their success and the impact of their client’s hidden motives.
Top Cast
Adrien Brody as László Tóth
Felicity Jones as Erzsébet Tóth
Guy Pearce as Harrison Lee Van Buren
Joe Alwyn as Thomas Lee
Raffey Cassidy as Clara Tóth
Isaach De Bankolé as Gordon
Jonathan Hyde as Dr. Gregory
Emma Laird as Mary Lee
Stacy Martin as Sophie
Alessandro Nivola as Attila
Peter Polycarpou as Michael Epp
Jeremy Wheeler as Jim Simpson
Jaymes Butler as Party Guest
Nick Wittman as Bar Manager
Natalie Shinnick as Receptionist
Matt Devere as Mayor Kinney (credit only)
Stephen Saracco as Construction Supervisor
