Math is an exact science. A mathematical proof is a demonstration of this exactness. Math can also be, according to those who study it, beautiful – an art form even; in that sense, Proof is an aptly titled film in which mathematics overlaps with metaphysics, poetry and even faith. Proof knows its characters’ field well enough to have a little fun with it (a character and his math department buddies have a band,…
The biggest risk in life is not taking one.
Catherine is a woman in her late twenties who is strongly devoted to her father, Robert, a brilliant and well-known mathematician whose grip on reality is beginning to slip away. As Robert descends into madness, Catherine begins to wonder if she may have inherited her father's mental illness along with his mathematical genius.
Top Cast
Gwyneth Paltrow
Catherine Llewellyn
Anthony Hopkins
Robert Llewellyn
Jake Gyllenhaal
Harold 'Hal' Dobbs
Hope Davis
Claire Llewellyn
Danny McCarthy
Cop
Tobiasz Daszkiewicz
Limo Driver
Gary Houston
Professor Barrow
Leigh Zimmerman
Friend at Party
Colin Stinton
Theoretical Physicist
Leland Burnett
Band Vocalist
John Keefe
University Friend
Chipo Chung
University Friend
C. Gerod Harris
University Friend
Roshan Seth
Professor Bhandari
Anne Wittman
Friend at Party
Lolly Susi
Airport Check-In Lady
Reviews
This film quite succinctly sums up the characteristics of it's principal character. At times it's potent and at others it's a mess. It's all about "Catherine" (Gwyneth Paltrow) who together with her sister "Claire" (Hope Davis) are the daughters of acclaimed mathematician "Robert" (Sir Anthony Hopkins). Now he was borderline obsessed, in a clinical fashion, with his work writing a proof that will profoundly redefine…
FAQ about Proof
What is Proof about?
Catherine is a woman in her late twenties who is strongly devoted to her father, Robert, a brilliant and well-known mathematician whose grip on reality is beginning to slip away. As Robert descends into madness, Catherine begins to wonder if she may have inherited her father's…
When was Proof released?
Proof was released in 2005.
What genres does Proof belong to?
Proof is categorised as Drama, Mystery.
Who stars in Proof?
The cast of Proof includes Gwyneth Paltrow, Anthony Hopkins, Jake Gyllenhaal, Hope Davis, Danny McCarthy.