This year, 'The Brutalist' stands out with 10 Oscar nominations, showcasing the life of a European architect who survived the horrors of the Buchenwald concentration camp. After emigrating to the U.S., he secures a significant building commission. The film, praised by critics and decorated with multiple awards, also serves as a homage to Brutalism, an architectural style characterized by raw concrete and austere forms. With roots in post-World War II reconstruction, Brutalism aimed for functional designs amidst housing shortages, becoming prevalent for public buildings worldwide during the mid-20th century.
"The Brutalist" tells the story of a European architect who, after surviving Buchenwald, emigrates to the U.S. and receives a building commission, embodying resilience and artistic vision.
Brutalism, named after the French 'beton brut,' emphasizes raw concrete's unadorned forms. Critics either revere its uncompromising spirit or decry it as intimidating.
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