Guy Pearce Connects His 'Brutalist' Character with Trump & Defends Runtime
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Guy Pearce's 'Brutalist' performance in A24's latest film draws comparisons to Donald Trump, as he and co-star Felicity Jones defend the epic 215-minute runtime.
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- Pearce's gritty, authoritarian character in the film has been likened to the former U.S. president's divisive persona, suggesting the actor's ability to embody complex, controversial figures.
- Despite the film's daunting length, Pearce and Jones argue the extended runtime is necessary to fully explore the story's depth and nuance, aiming to immerse audiences in a truly 'brutalist' cinematic experience.
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Guy Pearce, Felicity Jones, A24, A24's latest film