2024-12-21T20:33:31-05:00 https://archinect.com/features/article/150458277/the-brutalist-is-a-cinematic-reflection-of-brutalism Paul Petrunia 2024-12-21T00:20:00-05:00 >2024-12-21T20:12:19-05:00 <img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/5d/5d062565a4e38de495052dcd771568b7.jpg?fit=crop&auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=1200" border="0" /><p><a href="https://archinect.com/news/tag/87928/brutalism" target="_blank">Brutalist architecture</a>&nbsp;is raw, powerful, emotional, and unapologetically honest. It rejects ornamentation and architectural devices designed to make its inhabitants feel comfortable, instead creating a visceral, primal experience. Brutalism is a feeling&mdash;a bold statement that doesn&rsquo;t need to justify itself. Composed of raw, unrefined materials, it strips architecture down to its essence, evoking reactions that are often as extreme as the style itself. These are some of the reasons why I personally love brutalism, and perhaps also why I found myself captivated by <em>The Brutalist</em>.</p> <p>To delve deeper into the mindset of the fictional architect, L&aacute;szl&oacute; T&oacute;th, and his work, I spoke with Adrien Brody, the film&rsquo;s lead actor, and Judy Becker, its visionary production designer. Their insights illuminate the emotional and symbolic layers behind this unique cinematic endeavor.</p>