“The Brutalist” - trade-off for art

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The film, directed by Brady Corbet, follows Hungarian-Jewish architect László Tóth (Adrien Brody) who moves to America after the Holocaust. He yearns for rebirth in a society full of prejudice. Upon arriving in Philadelphia, Tóth is quickly helped by his cousin, who opens up opportunities for him to work in the architectural industry.

One day, Harry, the son of the tycoon Harrison, asked him to renovate his father's library as a surprise. However, when Harrison unexpectedly visited, he was furious that the building had been renovated without permission and Harry refused to pay. The situation became serious when his cousin thought that Toth had feelings for his wife.

Three years later, Toth’s life was plunged into tragedy: he was a coal miner, and a drug addict. Just when all hope seemed lost, Harrison invited him to design a community center. This opened up an opportunity to reaffirm the protagonist’s talent.

Adrien Brody in the movie "The Brutalist".

The dark corners of the character's life are clarified, typically through the scene where Harrison uses his power to threaten him at the construction site, pushing the character into chaos. The explosion of anger and despair does not stop when the male lead almost takes a knife to fight his wife (played by Felicity Jones), a metaphor for the broken soul due to work pressure.

The cinematography also contributes to the weight of the story. The project was shot using VistaVision technology, providing sharp, detailed images in every scene - the architectural works and surrounding landscapes reflect the post-war space.

The film emphasizes that art is not only an aesthetic value but also a bridge between generations, between people living in pain, wanting a different future. László Tóth's relentless struggle is a typical image of inner strength, overcoming fate to affirm one's own value.

Adrien Brody's performance in the title role was critically acclaimed. With his deep gaze and troubled facial expressions, Brody conveyed the anguish of an artist surviving the war. NBC News commented: "This work shows the power of acting when every gesture and look contains a story."

Experts say the factor that helps the work conquer viewers is the combination of plot, acting and groundbreaking filming techniques. The light, color and frame composition highlight the beauty of the architecture, carrying a message of sustainability and faith in the future. According to Variety , The Brutalist is a testament to the determination and passion of independent filmmakers. Initially, the project was planned for 2020 but was delayed due to the pandemic, encountered many financial problems when the budget was only about 10 million USD, and had to adjust the filming schedule in Hungary and Italy.

Kim Ly (According to vnexpress.net)

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