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Adrien Brody has won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in The Brutalist, a post-war drama directed by Brady Corbet. This marks his second Oscar win, making him one of the few actors with a perfect track record at the awards.
Brody first won the Best Actor Oscar in 2003 for his role in The Pianist, becoming the youngest actor ever to receive the award at the time. Now, at 51, he retains that record and adds another prestigious win to his career. He triumphed over strong contenders, including Timothée Chalamet (A Complete Unknown), Ralph Fiennes (Conclave), Colman Domingo (Sing Sing), and Sebastian Stan (The Apprentice).
A Powerful Performance
In The Brutalist, Brody plays László Tóth, a Hungarian architect who survives World War II and starts anew in the United States. His performance was widely praised, with critics calling it one of his career’s best. The film follows Tóth’s struggles as he is commissioned to design a massive community center while grappling with his past and personal relationships.
Emotional Acceptance Speech
During his heartfelt acceptance speech, Brody thanked director Brady Corbet and co-writer Mona Fastvold for their dedication to independent cinema. He also expressed deep gratitude to his partner, fashion designer Georgina Chapman, and her children.
Brody touched on the importance of remembering historical injustices, stating: “I stand here once again to represent the lingering traumas and repercussions of war, oppression, and discrimination. Let’s work toward a more inclusive and loving world.”
A Season of Success
Brody had a strong awards season leading up to the Oscars, winning the Golden Globe, Critics Choice Award, and BAFTA for his performance. However, Timothée Chalamet won the Screen Actors Guild Award, making the Oscars race even more unpredictable.
Despite the minor controversy surrounding AI-assisted accent adjustments in the film, The Brutalist was celebrated for its gripping storytelling and Brody’s outstanding performance. His victory at the 97th Academy Awards cements his legacy as one of Hollywood’s most respected actors.
With this win, Adrien Brody continues to leave a lasting impact on the film industry, proving that his talent remains as powerful as ever.
