K-Pax. Un universo aparte

Personally, I think Kevin Spacey is one of the greatest actors of his generation, maybe the greatest. This in combination with another amazing actor named Jeff Bridges, it can't be bad. And that's exactly what this movie is! "K-PAX" is one of the most pleasant surprises of the latest years. To start with has the movie a brilliantly written story. It's part of what makes the movie so great. The other aspect that contributes to the greatness of the movie is the acting. The combination Spacey-Bridges really works.

This was already the second time I saw the movie and I'm sure it won't be the last time. "K-PAX" has everything. There are moments which are extremely funny, parts that remind of a true thriller and others which reminds of high-class drama. I think this movie deserves a much higher rating and a lot more awards. Great movie!

9/10

I finally got to sit down and watch K-PAX and I can honestly say that I wished I had seen it before. I would rate this as on of my top 10 films, it is very well written, acted by Kevin Spacey, Jeff Bridges and everyone in the movie. It's a refreshing change to see a well written and directed film which doesn't preach to you and makes you use your mind, you feel for all of the characters and at the end makes you think!

After seeing so much of the trash Hollywood has had to offer over the last 7-8 years, I would recommend switching off all distractions, sitting down with an open mind and glass of wine!

K-PAX is exactly what a heart warming film should be. The story is about a mysterious mental patient Prot, played by Kevin Spacey, and his unbelieving psychiatrist Dr. Powel, played by Jeff Bridges. The two have a very friendly bond, and as their relationship grows Dr. Powel can't help but wonder whether or not there is more to his mysterious patient, who insists he is from another planet called K-PAX. This film is very funny, and Kevin Spacey pulls of well placed one liners as if it was his second nature. K-PAX is a smart film, and I wasn't expecting it to go where it did. In the end, I found myself thinking about the small things in life, and the wonder and magic of the every day life we so often take for granted. I left the theater with a warm fuzzy feeling inside, and for families and couples on a date, K-PAX is a splendid film, that will not disappoint. I highly recommend this film to anyone interested in something more than the monotonous releases of glossy, action packed, gore fests.

Due to a very misleading advertising campaign, I saw this film in theatres at the relatively young age of 10. The trailers on TV portrayed the film as a comedy, and I bugged my parents until they took me. After seeing the movie, I was blown away. I had no idea what to think. Totally different than anything I had seen before, leaving far to many questions for such a young mind. Needless to say, I loved it. This morning was the first time I'd watched in in probably 2-3 years, and I still think it's one of the greatest films made in the last decade. Kevin Spacey and Jeff Bridges are both in top form, as a mysterious man who may or may not be from another planet, and the psychiatrist that develops a bond with him while trying to decipher his mystery. The supporting cast are near perfect as well, each resident of the mental institution is incredibly convincing in their own way. The open ending was handled very well, giving lots of evidence to support whatever you believe happened in the end. How this movie failed to receive at least a nomination in that year's Oscars is beyond me. If you haven't seen this film, run to Wal-Mart RIGHT NOW. The DVD is usually in the bargain bin, pick it up!

9.5/10

K-Pax is such a refreshing watch, especially in 2020 you can really appreciate how quiet and subtle the atmosphere throughout the entire film is. No shootings, explosions, CGI alien scenes, or any sense of common Hollywood allure. This is truly a hidden gem, maybe because it was mis-marketed pre release as a comedy, and although it has it's humorous touch in no way should it be considered a comedy. K-Pax is an extremely thought provoking Sci-Fi/Drama and Kevin Spacey was spectacular as the lead in whoever you want to interpret his character Prot to be (mentally deranged human or alien from planet K-Pax). I genuinely can't think of a better fit to be lead of this highly under appreciated 2001 motion picture. K-Pax is a supremely enjoyable cinematic experience.