A Hungarian architect displaced by the war struggles to make the American dream when he comes upon a wealthy family looking to commission an ambitious project. This is an incredibly gripping drama for sure, but for a nearly four hour epic, I almost wish I came away with a better understanding of the characters and themes. It all feels like a hodge-podge of ideas at times. I didn't experience any grand epiphany or an intimate sense of character; it's more about the hardships and the massive undertaking at the center of it. While it's not necessarily what I was expecting, there's no denying the quality of the craft involved: Adrien Brody and Felicity Jones are at the top of their game, Brady Corbet's direction feels assured, and the stark score by Daniel Blumberg is apropos. Also, I'm proud of myself for making it to intermission without needing to take a pee break. It certainly gives you plenty to think about in the margins.
4 unfulfilled handjobs out of 5
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