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Adrien Brody and Guy Pearce to Be Honored at Santa Barbara International Film Festival

Adrien Brody and Guy Pearce have been selected as the latest award recipients slated for recognition at the upcoming Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF).

Festival officials announced on Tuesday that the duo, who star together in the film “The Brutalist,” will be awarded the prestigious Cinema Vanguard Award during the 40th edition of the festival set to take place next year.

Roger Durling, the Executive Director of SBIFF, praised both actors, stating, “Both Adrien and Guy have had lengthy, rewarding, and uncompromising careers – and in this year’s ‘The Brutalist’ they each give us their best work to date.”

Scheduled for release in December, “The Brutalist” is directed by Brady Corbet and tells a sweeping tale of American life following World War II, focusing on the experiences of a Hungarian immigrant portrayed by Brody. Pearce takes on the role of a powerful industrialist from mid-Atlantic America who enlists Brody’s character, Lazlo Toth—a celebrated architect—to assist in a significant new venture.

Notably, Brody holds the distinction of being the youngest actor to win the Academy Award for Best Actor, having received the accolade in 2002 for his performance in “The Pianist.” Many industry experts anticipate that he will earn a second nomination for Best Actor for “The Brutalist,” with speculation that he may ultimately reclaim the award.

Conversely, Pearce has yet to receive an Oscar nomination despite his impressive career. However, the upcoming film is believed to be a strong contender for his first nomination, likely in the Best Supporting Actor category.

Adding to the film’s accolades, Felicity Jones, who also stars in “The Brutalist,” is predicted to achieve recognition among the year’s acting nominees.

The Cinema Vanguard Award, as articulated by SBIFF organizers, honors actors who have “forged their own path, taking artistic risks and making a significant and unique contribution to film.” Past recipients of this award include notable figures such as Paul Giamatti, Colin Farrell, Brendan Gleeson, Benedict Cumberbatch, Carey Mulligan, Laura Dern, and many others.

The award presentation for Brody and Pearce is scheduled for February 13, 2025.

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