Brady Corbet discusses immigrant themes in Oscar-tipped film The Brutalist

Brady Corbet's new film, *The Brutalist*, explores the life of a fictional Hungarian-Jewish architect who emigrates to the U.S. after World War II. The film, which has received critical acclaim and three Golden Globe wins, runs for three and a half hours and was made on a modest budget of $9.6 million. Corbet, who spent seven years on the project, aims to present a more complex portrayal of immigrants, moving away from typical depictions of trauma. The film features Adrien Brody as the architect, emphasizing his flawed humanity rather than a saintly image. Corbet, who has lived in various countries, expresses concern about the normalization of far-right rhetoric in politics. He is also interested in creating more nuanced representations of right-wing characters in future projects. *The Brutalist* opens in UK cinemas on January 24.