The Brutalistis one of 2024’s most epic movies.
For those who lovedThe Brutalist, there are several movies that explore similar themes.
Some movies, likeThe Godfather, are also sweeping meditations on American identity from immigrant perspectives.
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Other movies, likeGentleman’s Agreement, are authentic reflections on the Jewish American experience in particular.
The movie follows Szpilman as he survives the Warsaw Ghetto but watches those closest to him perish.
For fans ofAdrien Brody,The Pianistis essential viewing.
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This is one of Brody’s most vulnerable performances.
Like his character inThe Brutalist, Brody’s character inThe Pianistis a man who has witnessed so much horror.
LikeThe Brutalist,The Godfatheris a sweeping narrative that is a meditation on the American experience.
Both movies feature nuanced portrayals of families creating new identities to survive in the United States.
The movie is based on the novel of the same name byLeon Uris.
ExodusandThe Brutalistare both examinations of the Jewish experience in different contexts.
For fans of Felicity Jones,The Theory of Everythingshowcases how compassionately she portrays characters.
Like inThe Brutalist, Jones highlights her ability to play nuanced women with many layers.
InThe Theory of Everything, Jones plays a real woman who was caught in a complex relationship.
BothThe Theory of EverythingandThe Brutalistshowcase women who are married to men who struggle to love their wives sufficiently.
The movie follows Celeste’s career and the fact that she struggles to cope with fame throughout her life.
Celeste becomes progressively more unhinged as fame consumes her.
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Both protagonists inVox LuxandThe Brutalistbecome increasingly self-destructive as they struggle with their identities.
His life ultimately spirals into chaos as he becomes increasingly obsessed withCeasar Augustus.
BothThe BrutalistandThe Belly of an Architecthighlight how all-consuming being an architect can be.
Everything that happens inNashvillefollows the fallout of Walker’s decision.
What makes Nashville so similar toThe Brutalistis its massive scale.
Nashville has over 20 main characters and over one hour of musical numbers.
Green makes it his mission to find out how deep antisemitism runs in America.
He meets Danny Saunders (Robby Benson), the son of a prominent Hasidic Rebbe.
The two become friends and navigate how much the horrors of the Holocaust impacted the American Jewish community.
The Li family are intent on seeking out the American Dream and ultimately persevere when faced with adversity.
What makesMinariso similar toThe Brutalistis that both movies highlight the struggles immigrants face in America.
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