Psyche (Stephon Stewart, USA, 2024)

Trapped in limbo during a near-death experience, Mara and a computer form an alliance to figure out the meaning of life. Together, they navigate through a dystopian world deciphering cryptic clues laid out before them. Mara embarks on a profound quest of self-discovery and redemption. Confronting her deepest fears by facing the trauma in her life, her journey becomes a poignant exploration of human vulnerability.
 
Very much fitting the theme of this year’s event, Psyche is less about family horror and more about the trauma of lost families and discarded memories. The film benefits from Stephon Stewart’s accomplished direction and it is literally carried singlehandedly by Sarah Ritter’s central performance as Mara. 
 
Part of the Black Mandala Screening Season

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Streamed Screening - UK Premiere
Tuesday 22nd October
​Includes pre-recorded director Q&A
Available to view for 24 hours

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