Forget The Brutalist, This Adrian Brody's Masterpiece Is Finally Free to Stream

As we dive deeper and deeper into Oscar season, we see countless reviews and discussions about fresh movies, but in the midst of it all, we need to slow down and take a moment to appreciate something else. There is one particular movie that deserves a fresh look.

As everyone talks about Adrien Brody's recent nomination for The Brutalist, let's take a look back at the role that helped him enter Hollywood's circle.

If you've already seen The Pianist, don't roll your eyes just yet. This isn't just another "you should watch this classic" piece. This is about rediscovering a masterpiece that, like fine wine, reveals new layers with each viewing. And trust us, you'll want to watch it again. And again. And maybe one more time (just to be sure you didn't miss anything).

Adrien Brody Is Absolutely Brilliant in The Pianist

Before Brody became the talk with The Brutalist, he made history with The Pianist. At just 29, he became the youngest actor to win the Academy Award for Best Actor. But all these numbers and critic's praise only tell part of the story (though, we would be pissed if it wasn't critically acclaimed, of course).

Based on Władysław Szpilman's autobiography, The Pianist takes us through the streets of Warsaw during World War II, where we follow a brilliant Jewish musician whose world crumbles as Nazi occupation tightens its grip. Through Brody's haunting performance, we witness a man holding onto his humanity through his love for music, even as the world around him descends into chaos.

This movie is remarkable for its historical accuracy and horrifying portrayal of the war's brutality. When Szpilman plays, we get even more horrified, but at the same time reminded that art can help preserve humanity in the most inhuman conditions possible.

The Pianist Will Always Remain a Masterpiece

The film's impact is reflected in its impressive 95% Tomatometer score, but the real victory lies in how it continues to move people. Nicholas Oon perfectly captured its significance:

"Deserves its place in the annals of the great historical movies. Movies that offer us a fleeting glance into a different time, a different community, and at its core, an individual's incredible experience."

So as we celebrate Brody's recent Oscar nomination, it's the perfect moment to revisit the role that first put him in our hearts.

In an age of endless information and shrinking attention spans, The Pianist demands (and rewards) your full attention. It's the cinema's power in full force. It does more than entertain, it can change how we see the world and ourselves. And the more you rewatch it, the more you understand this.

You can watch The Pianist completely free on Fandango at Home.