Get ready to experience the award-winning drama, “The Brutalist,” from the comfort of your home! Fans of A24 films will be thrilled to learn that this cinematic masterpiece, starring Adrien Brody, is coming to Max and HBO. Discover when and how you’ll be able to stream “The Brutalist” and enjoy its stellar cast and compelling story.
A24’s Oscar-Winning ‘The Brutalist’ Set to Stream on Max and HBO
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The critically acclaimed film, starring Adrien Brody, will soon be available for home viewing.
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Home Viewing Details
Audiences can soon experience A24’s epic, The Brutalist,
from their homes. The film, directed by Brady Corbet and featuring Adrien Brody, will begin streaming on Max on May 16. HBO will debut the film on Saturday, May 17, at 8 p.m. ET.
Star-studded Cast
The film boasts a talented ensemble cast, including:
- Adrien Brody (Oscar winner for Best actor)
- Felicity Jones (Supporting Actress nominee)
- Guy Pearce (Supporting Actor nominee)
- Joe Alwyn
- Raffey Cassidy
- Stacy Martin
- Emma Laird
- Isaach de Bankolé
- Alessandro Nivola
Accolades and Recognition
The Brutalist
garnered notable recognition at the Academy Awards, securing wins for:
- Best Actor (Adrien Brody)
- Original Score (Daniel blumberg)
- Cinematography (Lol Crawley)
The film also received nominations for Best Director, Supporting Actor, Supporting Actress, Original Screenplay, Editing, and Production Design.
Synopsis
The film, which runs over three hours and includes an intermission, presents a compelling narrative:
Escaping post-war Europe, visionary architect László Toth (Brody) arrives in America to rebuild his life, his work, and his marriage to his wife Erzsébet (Jones) after being forced apart during wartime by shifting borders and regimes. On his own in a strange new country, László settles in Pennsylvania, where the wealthy and prominent industrialist Harrison Lee Van Buren (Pearce) recognizes his talent for building. But power and legacy come at a heavy cost.
Behind the Camera
Brady Corbet not only directed The Brutalist
but also co-wrote the script with Mona Fastvold. The film was produced by Trevor Matthews, Nick Gordon, Brian Young, Andrew Morrison, Andrew Lauren, and D.J. Gugenheim.
Architectural Context: Understanding Brutalism
The film’s title, The Brutalist,
alludes to the architectural style known as Brutalism. Emerging in the mid-20th century, Brutalism is characterized by its use of raw concrete, geometric shapes, and monumental scale. This architectural movement often aimed to create functional and affordable housing and public buildings. The film likely explores themes related to this architectural style, such as its impact on society and the challenges faced by architects working within its constraints.
