‘The Brutalist’ Opening: Inside How They Shot Statue of Liberty Scene

Story by Chris O'Falt

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Director Brady Corbet opens up the secrets behind the epic Statue of Liberty sequence in his new film 'The Brutalist'

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Cinematographer Florian Hoffmeister used a custom-built rig to capture the overwhelming scale of the iconic landmark, giving audiences a visceral, up-close experience
Composer Carter Burwell's haunting, dissonant score adds to the sense of unease, perfectly complementing the film's dark, unsettling tone

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Brady Corbet, Florian Hoffmeister, Carter Burwell, The Brutalist, The Brutalist