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Proof

2005 · 100 min · Director: John Madden

Proof (2005) is a mystery, directed by John Madden. It stars Gwyneth Paltrow and Anthony Hopkins. It dwells on human resilience in the face of illness. The 100-minute film holds an audience score of 6.3/10.

What Proof Is About

John Madden's 2005 film follows the daughter of a mathematician who lost his mind, after his death. An important proof is found in the notebooks. Who wrote it becomes the question. The film takes on inheritance and the fear of mental illness together; the narrative keeps the father alive through flashbacks. Gwyneth Paltrow and Anthony Hopkins lead. It is adapted from a stage play. It is set in Chicago. Who it's for: those who like drama drawn from the stage. Who it's not for: viewers curious about the mathematics itself; the film does not open the subject in detail.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Proof about?

John Madden's 2005 film follows the daughter of a mathematician who lost his mind, after his death. An important proof is found in the notebooks.

Where can I watch Proof?

Proof is available to watch on digital platforms such as JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Proof?

Proof runs for 100 minutes (1h 40m).

When did Proof come out?

Proof was released in 2005.

Who directed Proof?

Proof was directed by John Madden.

Who stars in Proof?

Proof stars Gwyneth Paltrow, Anthony Hopkins, Jake Gyllenhaal, Hope Davis.

What is Proof's rating?

Proof holds 6.6/10 on IMDb and 6.3/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 64 out of 100.

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