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The Brutalist (2024)

“Welcome to America.”

6.9/10 · 1,822 votes 3h 35m r Drama

#61 of 177 films from 2024 #1997 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Brady Corbet · Written by Mona Fastvold, Brady Corbet

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Overview

When an innovative modern architect flees post-war Europe, he is given the opportunity to rebuild his legacy. Set during the dawn of the modern United States (in Pennsylvania), his wife joins him, and their lives are forever changed by a demanding, wealthy patron.

Cast

Adrien Brodyas László Tóth
Felicity Jonesas Erzsébet Tóth
Guy Pearceas Harrison Lee Van Buren Sr
Alessandro Nivolaas Attila
Joe Alwynas Harry Lee
Raffey Cassidyas Zsófia
Stacy Martinas Maggie Lee
Emma Lairdas Audrey
Isaach de Bankoléas Gordon
Benett Vilmányias Binyamin
Jonathan Hydeas Leslie Woodrow
Peter Polycarpouas Michael Hoffman
Jeremy Wheeleras Party Guest
Maria Sandas Michelle Hoffman

Facts

Release dateDecember 20, 2024
Runtime215 min (3h 35m) — longer as the 2024 average of 112 min
GenresDrama
LanguageEN
Budget$9,600,000
Box office$50,145,227 (5.2× budget)
IMDbtt8999762

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Questions

How long is The Brutalist?
The Brutalist runs 215 minutes (3h 35m), which is long for a drama — plan for it.
Is The Brutalist worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.9/10 across 1,822 votes, which places it #61 of 177 films released in 2024 in this index (top 66%) and #1997 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed The Brutalist?
The Brutalist was directed by Brady Corbet. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Vox Lux (2018).
Who stars in The Brutalist?
Adrien Brody as László Tóth; Felicity Jones as Erzsébet Tóth; Guy Pearce as Harrison Lee Van Buren Sr; Alessandro Nivola as Attila; Joe Alwyn as Harry Lee; Raffey Cassidy as Zsófia.
What is The Brutalist rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Brutalist?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/14351.

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