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K-Pax (2001)
Released By: Universal Pictures   Rating: PG-13   In Theaters: N/A
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Studio: Universal Pictures
Genre: Drama
MPAA Rating: PG-13
Director: Iain Softley
Language: English
Official Website: N/A
Theatrical Release: N/A
Home Video Release: N/A
Cast: Alfre Woodard, Jeff Bridges, Kevin Spacey, Mary McCormack
Published ID: 638546
UPC: 025192155321, 025192038136, 025192041747,
Plot: The 1995 novel by Dr. Gene Brewer becomes this drama from director Iain Softley. After a mugging incident at New York's Grand Central Station, Prot (Kevin Spacey), a man who claims to be an alien from the planet K-PAX, is turned over to a public mental hospital and the care of Dr. Mark Powell (Jeff Bridges). When medication fails to alter Prot's insistence that he is visiting from another world on a fact-finding mission, Powell gets more involved with his patient, who seems to have a calming effect on the other residents of his ward. At first convinced that Prot is a delusional who can be treated, Powell begins to wonder if his bizarre patient's story is true, particularly after the hospital's doctors find that Prot possesses the baffling ability to see ultraviolet light. As the date grows nearer when Prot claims he must leave Earth (a class BA-III planet), Powell becomes increasingly concerned that a psychiatric breakthrough must occur by then. K-PAX (2001) co-stars Alfre Woodard and Mary McCormack. ~ Karl Williams, All Movie Guide
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great movie
Added 11/12/2009

very emotional and inspirational movie. this movie could set examples for everybody. watch it. its great
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Heartwarming and Gripping
Added 10/28/2009

This movie is both heartwarming and heartgripping at the same time. I thouroughly enjoyed it and have told so many others about it. I believe this is exactly how God wants us to live life. When we bless others, God blesses us.

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A super movie
Added 9/26/2009

was so very glad when I was able to order "Pay it Forward" through Amazon. If everyone would just follow the premise in this movie, we could change the world! I encourage everyone....young old and in between.....to see this movie. It is Quality and well worth the time and effort to see it.
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Excellent Read!
Added 9/23/2009

This book has a lot of adult themes, but is so uplifting. I originally wanted to read it for my 5th grade class- glad I preread! It is a great philosophy, but too adult. I enjoyed it myself, though!
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pay it forward
Added 9/19/2009

I received the product Pay It Forward, in great condition and in a timely manner.
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Outstanding! - And Nice
Added 11/7/2009

The creative staff for this film deserve a gold wreath and the two stars, Kevin Spacey and Jeff Bridges, the Gold Wreath with clusters, for a fine film with that very nice feel to it that rarely verges on the maudlin. One need apply no logic of science principles to the reality of the film. The reality of the film is the romance of fiction. In fiction, anything can be real, if it is made to seem so, anything can be unreal if it meets the same criterion. In this film, both alternatives as to the identity of the k-paxian are made to seem equally really thus equally acceptable. The two stars are superb, the supporting players do their job well. Recommended for everyone who can use a little escape in his or her life.
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Added Knowledge of the Discoveries to yet to Come
Added 2/14/2009


This movie showed me the mistake of assuming that what you see and hear, is all there is. How wonderful it would be if we had more doctors and therapists with the dedication and compassion of Dr. Powell (Michael Douglas). Stories like this show how vast and intricate the brain is and ...there is even more.




















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Intelligent film for Intelligent people
Added 12/21/2008

While closely related to the book, there are differences. Spacey's performence although somewhat going over the top and leaving us questioning his sarcastic tone K-Pax still delivers a perfect triangle of Mystery, Acceptance and Love.

The film is long and requires full attention constantly. Most viewers who rate this film bad usually have a short attention span and no imagination. The ending is a mystery leaving it open for you the viewer to decide.

However...


If you want to decide the identity of Prot yourself do not read!










Prot, the curious and mysterious man claiming to be an Alien from a planet called K-Pax in the constilation Lyra is in fact what he says he is. An Extra Terrstrial able to travel across space and occupy the bodies of individuals elseware. Robert Porter the actual man who had been visited by Prot sees and commits an atroicious act that leaves him scarred for life, before jumping into the river he cried out to Prot for guidance. Unable to save Robert in time Prot travels from K-Pax to Earth to implant his conscience into Robert only Robert is no longer there. Having full control of Robert Porter Prot purposely leads himself to being committed to help "one" person as to make up for his trip to Earth in hopes of saving Robert.

Susequently when Prot leaves Robert Porter is left un responsive as this was the damage sustained by his crazed plunge the fateful night of his families murder.


-Cade

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