‘The Brutalist’ To Get An IMAX Release
It has been reported that A24 will be giving ‘The Brutalist’ a huge push as, in an unsurprising move, it plans to release the movie onto premium screens nationwide.
The Brutalist has been praised as an ambitious and visually striking film directed by Brady Corbet, starring Adrien Brody as visionary architect László Toth. The story unfolds in post-war America, as László, fleeing the turmoil of Europe with his wife Erzsébet (played by Felicity Jones), attempts to rebuild both his life and career. His architectural talents catch the eye of a wealthy industrialist, Harrison Lee Van Buren (Guy Pearce), but success comes with significant personal and moral costs. The film explores themes of ambition, power, and the sacrifices tied to legacy and art. The Brutalist is now reportedly set for an IMAX release.
The newsletter TheInSneider is reporting that A24 will not only be giving The Brutalist a big nationwide push, but it will also be putting the film onto premium screens, specifically having showings in 35mm and IMAX.
The positive critical reception surrounding the film has earned it seven Golden Globe nominations, including Best Picture – Drama as well as nods for performances by Adrien Brody and Guy Pearce. Not only this, but it also received the Silver Lion for Best Director at the Venice Film Festival. The film, a sprawling narrative set against the backdrop of post-war America, explores themes of ambition, art, and resilience. A24 has positioned the film as a flagship for awards season, highlighting its meticulous production and powerful storytelling. The film’s three-and-a-half-hour runtime, complete with an intermission, showcases its bold ambition, aligning it with the studio’s reputation for fostering innovative cinema
There are numerous comparisons to be drawn to Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer, particularly in its ambition, lengthened runtime and similar critical reception. Like Nolan’s three-hour exploration of J. Robert Oppenheimer’s life and legacy, The Brutalist delves deeply into personal and societal themes through a similarly long runtime of three and a half hours, complete with an intermission. Both films offer rich, nuanced storytelling bolstered by stellar performances and striking visual styles, which have made them critical darlings.
The similarities extend beyond their content to their strategic positioning. A24’s marketing strategy for The Brutalist seems inspired by the success of Oppenheimer, which proved that audiences are willing to embrace lengthy, cerebral films with historical and emotional depth. By pushing The Brutalist as an awards contender and emphasising its artistic merits, A24 mirrors Universal’s approach to Oppenheimer. This strategy reflects a broader confidence in the current appetite for ambitious, auteur-driven cinema that challenges conventions while resonating with both critics and the public.
The Brutalist is directed by Brady Corbet and stars Adrien Brody, Felicity Jones, Joe Alwyn, Raffey Cassidy and Guy Pearce. Nick Gordon, D.J. Gugenheim, Brian Young, Andrew Lauren, Trevor Matthews, Andrew Morrison are producing.
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