psyche

Definitions of psyche
  1. noun
    the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life
    synonyms: animus, geest, mensenziel, ziel
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Body Language: Psych ("Mind")

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In this dark comedy, a World War II bombardier struggles to keep his sanity while following the increasingly dangerous orders of his commanders.

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