K-Pax (DVD, 2002, Collector's Edition)

I love this movie.
I have always been into psycology and the ways children and adults deal with extreme situations. The fact that this concept was able to translate into a mainstream movie thrills me to no end.
Granted, I dont believe that in general the public understood what the author was trying to share, but I got it!
What a fantastic idea, an entity from another planet, galaxy, system... can help guide and protect your body when you have reached the end of what a person can handle.
WOW!
I love it , Kevin Spacey not bad either!

"Don't let life get in the way of living."
Jennifer Starr

Kevin Spacey's intensity as an alien/mental patient (?) makes K-PAX rock! Ably supported by Jeff Bridges who plays his psychiatrist. Together they make what could be a tedious movie come alive. Spacey's deadpan delivery presents some classic dialogue between his character Prot and Dr. Mark Powell played by Jeff Bridges.

Prot informs Powell, “I'm an alien. Don't worry, I'm not going to leap out of your chest.” Later Prot tries to explain his appearance to Powell, by opining, “Why is a soap bubble round? Because it is the most energy efficient configuration. Similarly, on your planet I look like you; on K-PAX I look like a K-PAXian.“

During one of their sessions Prot is offered fruit and, to the amazement of the audience, he munches a banana without peeling it, and upon completing his treat he tells Powell, “Your produce alone has been worth the trip.”

Prot connects with the other patients in his ward and enables them to heal more efficiently than the professionals who have been "warehousing" them. Prot also is able to both connect emotionally with Dr. Mark Powell and cause Powell to wonder if Prot is in fact from K-PAX. Then Prot enables Powell to bridge the emotional chasm he has with his son by an earlier message.

It is a Powell’s painful duty to pursue his investigation to determine, or disprove Prot’s identity. Powell’s investigation results in a confrontation between the two, and leads Prot to comment, “I will admit the possibility that I am Robert Porter, if you will admit the possibility that I am from K-PAX. Now if you'll excuse me, I have a beam of light to catch.”

The ensuing ending is poignantly disappointing, but overall it is a fun film to watch.

Excellent movie. Kevin Spacey and Jeff Bridges are both wonderful and the storyline leaves you on the edge of your seat without having to resort to cheap theatrics and chase scenes.

A great example of what could really be, but maybe only a few people experience. The posibilities of reality which may only exist in our imaginations.

I ordered this movie because of a class assignment. I enjoyed the movie, however found the actor's portrayals of mentally ill patients to be too "Hollywood-ized" for my liking.

It never ceases to amaze me how movies like this get made.

No car crashes, no explosions, no pyrotechnical performances with people screaming at each other or themes/bravura megalomaniacal rants that self-consciously have "Please nominate me for an Oscar" whispering in the Academy's ear.

No, instead we're given a quiet, enormously fascinating, compassionate, well-intentioned film that sits back and realizes that above beautiful cinematography (Which it has in spades), before performances which nail you to your seat (Which it carries in abundance), the most important thing of all is story. And K-Pax despite all "common sense" in Hollywood, throws out every safe-bet to get a movie produced and gives us just that. Wonderful story. Marvelous story.

I really like this movie. is kind of an alien movie but does not have all that extra terestreal stuff. good story, leaves you thinking, has that "how would anyone ever think of this" kind of fetcher to it. i would strongly recommend it!
P&L

I love Sci-Fi. This is a good example of how human kind would react to a real alien if one were to visit us. A very gentle, heartwarming tale about Prot, a visitor from the planet K-Pax. Traveling on light, he has visited before to aide a friend he made years ago here on earth. He brings enlightenment, and knowledge to all he touches. Great Movie! One of my favorites.

just when you think science fiction is unreal comes this film. not fiction not reallity, anything can be true.....just watch this film

On a Saturday night, I tuned into K-PAX on a TV network broadcast. I just happened to sit down for the evening to rest and I turned this one on - it was destiny. This is an astonishing film with even more astonishing performances from Kevin Spacey and Jeff Bridges. I'm not a spoiler - the great joy of watching a film is the one I had that night. This story unfolded that I knew nothing about and it was mesmerizing and uplifting. Only a few other films have that hypnotic effect, one, a quite different type of story, Slaughterhouse Five by Kurt Vonnegut. Anyway, all I'm going to say is to see this film if you haven't while you can still find it. It did not receive the praise and attention it deserved from Hollywood as they were too busy making films where everyone is rushing around extremely stressed with guns in their hands and throwing Bibles in the trash. Well, this film is one of the few good ones that made it through. I could say it will make you smile, maybe even laugh or shed a tear but it will keep you guessing, wondering and thinking long after the film ends.

I saw this in the theatre, and always thought it was one of Spacey's best performances. This thoughtful drama keeps you guessing until the very end (and beyond, where did Bess go anyway?) as to whether Prout (Spacey) really is or isn't from planet K-PAX. Jeff bridges also has an excellent supporting role as the psychologist assigned to Prout's case. The wide screen format does a great job showing the turmoil of Grand Central in the opening screens, and the bleakness of the Manhatten "EL" as Bridges takes it in and out of the city. 3 stars for sure.

K-PAX has been mislabelled as a comedy. Kevin Spacey's quick and very funny comebacks opposite the original "Star Man" himself, Jeff Bridges only serves to temporarily hide the immense tragedy that his character has endured. The acting is superb and the story surprisingly stirring and poignant. The ending is engaging and makes you believe in a place called K-PAX.

Well written, very intriguing storyline with excellent acting. A well written plot does not require pandering to viewers.

You never really know - even with all of the facts - if this man is a human of an alien. Kevin Spacey does an amazing job as a man who's "been through the gamut" of life's pain - yet, has held on to his life...even in the thick of depression...Not really sad, but hopeful...

It is a good movie I have seen it on TV and it hardly has been showen much. I bought it to watch when Travel out to my Mining Claims.

K Pack is a take off of Eliseo Subiela`s stunning science fiction masterpiece called "Man Facing Southeast". K Pack has it`s moments but it a far cry from it`s predecessor. If you really want to see a stunning and powerful flim go out and get a VHS copy of "Man Facing Southeast".

A good movie, slightly different from the average movie storyline. If you're a fan of movies with a different twist, this one might be good for you.

My husband and I just loved this movie.. my son rented it and showed it to us. I had to buy one, from half.com... Kevin Spacey is fantastic in it... a very moving movie, had us in suspense from the beginning.. We would recommend it very much.

I opened a dispute on 7/1/07 case #pp-312189-101, I never received the dvd, I tried many times to get in touch with seller with no response. Twice I got Emails, the first was to say seller had PC trouble, the last to say that the seller was in National Guard and had to go to a flood area. I guess I'm out the money. If you look at the feedback another buyer had the same trouble.

Wonderful investment of two hours of your entertainment time. It keeps you guessing right up to the end. Is the subject simply a mental case or is he really from another distant planet? This is a movie you'll want to share with others. It keeps you thinking for days afterward. I love a bargain :-) & bought the dvd (including shipping & handling) for less than the cost of a rental.

Excellent move. You will be asked to re-think your understanding of life, family, happiness. Kevin Space play is very convincing K-PAXian.

Awsome movie! Its so great i'm speachless!!!! Buy it imediatly!!! When i purchased it the prices were 10-20 dollars, but i got it anyway!!!

Love this movie. Love Kevin Spacey. Love the idea. Great cinematography and acting. Could get a litte corny at times...but i dont mind it because overall..this movie is great. For kids, adults, and skeptics.