In creative spaces, ‘AI’ has become a dog whistle for human replacement. ‘The Brutalist’ is its first victim. The Brutalist, a three-and-a-half-hour awards favorite, is a film about human creativity.

"The Brutalist" is expected to be a front-runner in the Oscar race, which kicks off Thursday when the nominees are announced.

"The Brutalist" and "Emilia Pérez," two films facing controversy over artificial intelligence usage, lead the nominees for the Academy Awards.

Oscars: How to watch every movie nominated streaming or in theaters, including "Wicked," "Emilia Perez," and "The Brutalist."

The Brutalist tells the story of Hungarian immigrant and holocaust survivor László Tóth, who is trying to rebuild his life in post-war America through his work as an architect. Oscar winner Adrien Brody delved deep into his own family history for his portrayal of the character,