That was one of the challenges ofBrady Corbet’s buzzy historical dramaThe Brutalist.
She wants to build a new life and a foundation."
It gives you a window into their profound connection but also a certain amount of innocence.
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They’re having to recalibrate.
They’re having to get to know each other.
They’re having to rediscover that connection that they’ve dreamt about for so long.
The Brutalist follows visionary architect László Toth and his wife Erzsébet as they flee Europe, aiming to rebuild their legacy in modern America. Their journey takes an unexpected turn when a mysterious and wealthy client alters the course of their lives, intertwining ambition with the challenges of a new world.
So, it’s not totally straightforward."
Corbet’s direction earned him a Silver Lion at the 81stVenice International Film Festivalearlier this year.
The Brutalistis in theaters in the U.S.for a limited run.