Cinematographer Darius Khondji Leans Into Garish, Gritty ’80s Aesthetics For ‘Uncut Gems ... the mobile, high-contrast film was inspired by postmodern architecture, ...

Originating in the mid ’40s, the aesthetic is characterized by clean lines, flat planes, and minimal ornamentation. Though it’s been nearly 80 years since its arrival, it’s still highly coveted.

Brutalist architecture has been celebrated as monumental, and derided as ‘concrete monstrosity.' But the founders of the movement intended that it go beyond aesthetics — and develop an ethical ...