Mr. Brooks Timeline ( Real )

film.release
June 13, 2007

Release of 'Mr. Brooks' Movie

The thriller film 'Mr. Brooks' directed by Bruce A. Evans, starring Kevin Costner, was released in the United States.

Mr. Brooks Timeline ( Fictional )

character_introduction
Early 2000s

Initial Introduction of Mr. Brooks

Mr. Brooks is introduced as a successful businessman and family man who harbors a dark secret as a serial killer called the 'Thumbprint Killer'.

background_event
Late 1980s

Mr. Brooks' First Known Kill

It is revealed through flashbacks that Mr. Brooks began his killing spree years ago, establishing his double life.

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Early 2000s

Meeting Mr. Smith

Mr. Brooks encounters Mr. Smith, his dark alter ego who urges him to continue killing, representing his internal struggle.

crime_event
Shortly before main events

Murder of Jeff and Paula

Mr. Brooks murders a young couple who had been involved in an affair, displaying his cold execution of his crimes.

investigation
Early 2000s

First Interaction with FBI Agent Tracy Atwood

Detective Tracy Atwood begins investigating the Thumbprint Killer and starts to close in on Mr. Brooks.

character_introduction
Early 2000s

Introduction of Mr. Brooks' Daughter, Jane

Jane Brooks is introduced as the daughter of Mr. Brooks, highlighting the family dynamics.

internal_conflict
During main timeline

Mr. Smith Forces Mr. Brooks to Kill Again

The dark alter ego pressures Mr. Brooks into committing another murder to satisfy his murderous urges.

crime_event
During main timeline

Murder of a Young Woman in a Restaurant

Mr. Brooks commits another murder in public, escalating risk and tension.

character_interaction
During main timeline

Mr. Brooks Meets Jane's Boyfriend Neal

Neal shows darker tendencies, introducing a new element of tension in Mr. Brooks' life.

conflict_event
Climax of main timeline

Mr. Smith Kidnaps Jane

Mr. Smith kidnaps Jane to force Mr. Brooks to comply with his murderous desires.

climax
End of main timeline

Final Confrontation Between Mr. Brooks and Mr. Smith

Mr. Brooks confronts and attempts to eliminate his dark side represented by Mr. Smith, symbolizing his inner conflict resolution.

resolution
End of main timeline

Mr. Brooks Turns the Tables on Neal

Mr. Brooks kills Neal after discovering his threats and violent behavior.

resolution
End of main timeline

Mr. Brooks Avoids Capture

FBI's investigation ends without identifying Mr. Brooks as the Thumbprint Killer, keeping his secret safe for the time being.