“I consider if the previous can educate us something, it is a reminder to not let hate go unchecked,” mentioned the actor, who beforehand gained an Oscar in the identical class in 2003 for “The Pianist.”
Adrien Brody is a two-time Oscar winner!
In the course of the 97th Academy Awards on Sunday night time, the actor gained the Oscar for Finest Actor for his position in The Brutalist, profitable his second Academy Award 22 years after he acquired his first in 2003.
Brody — who was offered the trophy by final yr’s winner, Oppenheimer star Cillian Murphy — took the stage to ship a prolonged, but passionate speech.
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“Successful an award like this signifies a vacation spot and one thing my character references within the movie,” Brody, 52, mentioned partially. “However to me, it additionally, past the head of a profession, it’s a likelihood to start once more and the chance to hopefully be lucky sufficient in order that the following 20 years of my life, I can show that I’m worthy of such significant, vital and related roles.”
He additionally thanked his associate, Georgina Chapman, calling her “wonderful.” Brody additionally gave a shoutout to Chapman’s “stunning” kids, whom she shares along with her ex-husband, Harvey Weinstein.
“I do know it has been a curler coaster,” he mentioned to Chapman’s kids. “Thanks for accepting me into your life.”
Brody additionally thanked his fellow nominees, his crew, A24, and the forged and crew of The Brutalist.
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Because the music started enjoying, signaling for him to wrap up, he shut it down and continued his speech.
“Flip the music off. I’ve executed this earlier than, thanks. This isn’t my first rodeo,” Brody quipped.
After thanking his dad and mom, he concluded his acceptance speech with a robust message.
“I am right here as soon as once more to signify the lingering traumas and the repercussions of struggle and systematic oppression, and of antisemitism, and of racism, and of othering,” Brody mentioned. “I pray for a more healthy, and a happier, and a extra inclusive world. I consider if the previous can educate us something, it is a reminder to not let hate go unchecked.”
“I really like you. I recognize you all. Let’s combat for what’s proper. Preserve smiling, hold loving each other, and let’s rebuild collectively,” he concluded.
Brody gained the Academy Award over fellow nominees Timothée Chalamet (A Full Unknown), Colman Domingo (Sing Sing), Ralph Fiennes (Conclave), and Sebastian Stan (The Apprentice).
The award marks Brody’s second Oscar win and second nomination. He beforehand gained the Academy Award in 2003 for Finest Actor for his efficiency in The Pianist. At 29, he grew to become the youngest actor within the class’s historical past, a document he nonetheless holds, and would have been damaged by Chalamet if he gained on Sunday night time.
For his position as László Tóth in The Brutalist, Brody acquired many accolades this awards season. Along with the Oscar, he additionally gained the Golden Globe, BAFTA, and Critics Alternative Award.
