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Joe Alwyn Says Role In ‘The Brutalist’ Role Inspired By Trump Family: “I Can Do What I Want”
DeadlineStory by Caroline Frost
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Joe Alwyn's fiery performance in 'The Brutalist' draws inspiration from the Trump dynasty's infamous swagger and sense of entitlement.
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- Alwyn channeled the president-elect's 'I can do what I want' attitude to capture the arrogance of his character, a wealthy industrialist's son.
- Co-star Adrien Brody praised Alwyn's uncanny ability to embody the Trump family's 'born on third base' mentality, tipping him as an awards contender.
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Joe Alwyn, Adrien Brody, Trump family, The Brutalist