Will Smith was offered the role of prot/Robert Porter. Kevin Spacey was originally offered the role of Dr. Mark Powell, but instead landed on the role of Prot.
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K-Pax (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
Different stars
- 1 Edward ShearmurGrand Central 4:39
- 2 Edward ShearmurGood Morning Bess 2:48
- 3 Edward ShearmurTaxi Ride 3:51
- 4 Edward ShearmurConstellation Lyra 2:41
- 5 Edward ShearmurBluebird 3:52
- 6 Edward Shearmur4th Of July 4:15
- 7 Edward ShearmurProt Missing 2:30
- 8 Edward ShearmurSarah 3:03
- 9 Edward ShearmurNew Mexico 6:25
- 10 Edward ShearmurPowell's Return 1:11
- 11 Edward ShearmurJuly 27Th 4:41
- 12 Edward ShearmurCoda 3:21
K-PAX
(2001)8
| Country | |
| Spoken Language | english |
| Runtime | 2 hours |
| Budget | $68 000 000 |
| Premiere: World | $65 001 485 October 26, 2001 |
| USA | $50 338 485 |
| Other countries | $14 663 000 |
| Box Office – Budget | – $2 998 515 |
| Premiere: USA | $50 338 485 October 22, 2001 |
| first day | $5 755 365 |
| theaters | 2581 |
| rollout | 432 days |
| Digital: World | November 15, 2010 |
| Parental Advisory | Frightening & Intense Scenes, ... |
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| Also Known As | K-PAX - Alles ist möglich Germany K-Pax. Un universo aparte United States |
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A psychiatrist tries to determine how best to help a patient who convincingly claims to be from a distant galaxy.Сast and Crew
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Book Overview: K-PAX
Author
The book K-PAX is written by Gene Brewer. He is an American author known for his work in the science fiction genre.About the Book
K-PAX is a science fiction novel that explores themes of mental health, identity, and the possibility of extraterrestrial life. The story revolves around a mysterious patient named Prot, who claims to be from a distant planet called K-PAX. His presence and stories challenge the perceptions of the psychiatric staff and other patients at the mental institution where he is being treated.Plot Summary
- Prot's arrival at the psychiatric hospital raises questions about his true identity.
- His knowledge of astronomy and his calm demeanor intrigue the staff, particularly his psychiatrist.
- The novel delves into the interactions between Prot and the other characters, exploring the impact of his claims on their lives.
Film Adaptation
The film adaptation of K-PAX was released in 2001. While the movie captures the essence of the book, there are notable differences in the portrayal of certain characters and events. The film focuses more on the visual and dramatic elements, whereas the book provides a deeper exploration of the psychological and philosophical themes.Production
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Critique: 21
Manages to intrigue without overplotting and uplift without overmanipulating.
Flawed script turns well-acted K-PAX into a near miss.
As a pop parable of heavenly reassurance and redemption, Ian Softley’s K-PAX is probably the kind of entertainment the movie industry re...
Its conflict is so understated, and takes so long to engage us, that the film is as flat as a stretch of Interstate 70 east of Denver.
It’s pure pleasure to witness Kevin Spacey commanding the screen, and Jeff Bridges ain’t exactly a rank amateur.
The most shameless psychological quackery to come out of Hollywood since Mumford.
Tailor-made for the K-Mart sect, K-PAX is a weepy regression fantasy for the psychologically half-conscious.
Everything about K-PAX seems to have been manufactured at Have a Blessed Day, Inc.
As a brainless laugh riot, it’s as funny as a flu epidemic. As a drama, it’s an unintentional Robin Williams vehicle sour bey...
Spacey rings all the right emotional bells as well, and could probably score another Oscar for playing Prot.
Casting [Spacey and Bridges] against each other gives their scenes together a believability and intensity that comes directly out of their con...
Go with it … and this good-looking movie is a moving and cathartic experience.
If K-PAX’s conclusion is a bit too glib, too pat for what it’s trying to do, it’s an honorable attempt to create a thou...
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Let me tell you something, Mark. You humans, most of you, subscribe to this policy of an eye for an eye, a life for a life, which is known throughout the universe for its stupidity.
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Watched
Having rewatched it 20 years later, I understand that the film has not aged well. His idea is timeless, and coupled with a strong script and a fantastic premise, which in fact… after watching, look at his analysis from the review section (above) entitled "PROT is not an ALIEN…" and you will understand everything.
Watched
Prot from the planet K-PAX is a very interesting and unusual character. But I didn’t really appreciate the plot (in particular the detective component), which is why the film seemed drawn out.
Watched
An entertaining story about an alien (or not?) teaching his psychiatrist human values. The intrigue for me was only brought to the end, but even before that I didn’t want to turn it off: it’s nice to watch the main acting duo and listen to the cool dialogues. 7.5/10
Watched
If it weren’t for the reproduction method, I would have flown to the planet Ka-Pex too.
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This film has a deeper meaning than it might seem at first. Someone with extraterrestrial intelligence arrives on the planet, looking like a man and looking like a demiurge in the world of ever-scurrying ants. I recommend it for acquaintance, I really liked the main message. There is a good beginning
Watched
The film justifies its cult status at least for the amazing duet of Spacey and Bridges.
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I rewatched it with great pleasure many years later. Spacey’s acting and the genius of the script are beyond praise.
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