Mr. Brooks
The man who has everything has everything to hide.
Overview
A psychological thriller about a man who is sometimes controlled by his murder-and-mayhem-loving alter ego.
Backdrop
What makes this movie Worth Watching
Released in 2007, Mr. Brooks can be seen as a commentary on the societal obsession with success and material wealth, as well as an examination of the darker aspects of human nature.
- The movie showcases Kevin Costner's exceptional performance as a psychopathic serial killer, providing a unique twist to his typical roles.
- The intricate plot, with elements of suspense and thriller, keeps the audience engaged and guessing until the end.
- Exploration of dark psychological themes such as guilt, morality, and the struggle between good and evil make it a thought-provoking watch.
Fun Facts
- Kevin Costner's character, Earl Brooks, is named after the real-life serial killer Earl Shriner.
- The film features a cameo by Dane Cook, who plays a detective interrogating William Hurt's character.
- The movie was initially titled 'Thinner' but changed to 'Mr. Brooks' during production.
Available Languages
English
US
Title:
"The man who has everything has everything to hide."
Deutsch
DE
Title: Mr. Brooks - Der Mörder in dir
"Der Mann, der alles hat, hat alles zu verstecken."
Italiano
IT
Title:
"Un uomo cha ha tutto ha tutto da nascondere"
Magyar
HU
Title:
"Tökéletes bűntett - akár az elme, amely azt kitervelte."
Português
PT
Title: A Face Oculta de Mr. Brooks
"Um crime é tão perfeito quanto a mente por trás dele."
Türkçe
TR
Title: Mr. Brooks
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Cast
Crew
Reviews
Hurt and Costner performances are enjoyable and the idea of the movie is good but that's almost all that there is to see. Specially, Moore's story and character are quite expendable, not adding anything to the main story but noise.
Oscar Awards
Wins
Haven't Won A Oscar
Nominations
Haven't Nominated for Oscar
Media
Trailer
Mr. Brooks Official Trailer #1 - Kevin Costner, Dane Cook Movie (2007) HD