Brady Corbet's The Brutalist Wins Best Film

At the New York Film Critics Circle Awards, Brady Corbet's film 'The Brutalist' took home the top honor of best film, with Adrien Brody winning best actor for his portrayal of a Hungarian architect. Corbet's film, set to release on December 20, has been noted as a strong contender for the upcoming Oscars. RaMell Ross won best director for 'Nickel Boys,' which also secured the cinematography award, marking a successful awards run for the film. Marianne Jean-Baptiste was awarded best actress for her role in 'Hard Truths,' while Kieran Culkin and Carol Kane won for supporting actor and actress, respectively. The critics' choices highlight the unpredictability of the awards season, with Brody potentially positioned for another Oscar win. With a focus on independent films, the NYFCC winners could signal trends heading into the Academy Awards.