Venice Film Festival Debuts 3-Hour Post-War Epic ‘The Brutalist,’ in 70mm

Mind-Blowing Epic

The 79th Venice Film Festival has debuted 'The Brutalist,' a sweeping post-war epic, directed by Serbian filmmaker Marko Martic, with a runtime of 3 hours and presented in the grandeur of 70mm film.

A Cinematic Experience

The film, set in Belgrade in 1949, follows the story of a young architect named Milan and his quest to rebuild a city shattered by war. The film's stunning visuals, captured on 70mm, immerse the viewer in the film's post-war setting.

Critical Acclaim

'The Brutalist' has garnered critical acclaim for its powerful storytelling, stunning visuals, and standout performance by Lazar Ristovski as Milan.

Additional Details

• The film's runtime is 180 minutes (3 hours)
• Presented in 70mm film format
• Directed by Marko Martic
• Starring Lazar Ristovski
• Set in Belgrade, 1949