Movie spotlight
Psyche II
Master climbing film maker Al Lee, does it again with his film of Leo Houlding's ascent of The Prophet on the East Face of Yosemite's El Cap. This is the main feature and is 43 minutes long. Also includes deep water soloing with Neil Gresham and Liam Cook, Mary Jenner (Dave Birkett's Mrs) on Bleed in Hell - the hardest female trad leed in the UK, Dave Pickford on Dusk till Dawn in Pembroke and Leo again, big wall climbing in Africa.
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Plot Summary
A sequel to the original 'Psyche', this TV movie follows the continued misadventures of a fake psychic. The plot delves deeper into the character's attempts to maintain his charade while navigating new challenges and unexpected consequences.
Critical Reception
As a TV movie sequel, 'Psyche II' received a mixed to negative reception, primarily due to its predictable plot and perceived lack of originality compared to its predecessor. It was largely seen as a formulaic continuation that didn't offer significant advancements in its narrative or thematic exploration.
What Reviewers Say
The film struggled to recapture the charm and intrigue of the original.
Plot progression was often seen as contrived and uninspired.
Performances were generally considered adequate but not enough to elevate the material.
Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Psyche II' are largely absent due to its nature as a niche TV movie sequel. Where available, opinions tend to reflect a general disappointment with its derivative storyline and a sense that it failed to deliver a fresh or compelling viewing experience.
Fun Fact
Information regarding the specific production details, cast, and critical reception for 'Psyche II' (2011) is extremely limited in publicly accessible databases, suggesting it may have had a very limited release or was a low-profile production.
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