The Dark Wizard

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  1. The Death Consequence

  61m

  Dean Potter finds joy and escape through extreme climbing, forging new ascents and world records – while struggling with relationships.

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  2. Dying to Flying

  58m

  Dean struggles with inner demons but seems to find relief through death-defying feats – from free-soloing to highlining and BASE jumping – cultivating a devoted following drawn to his rebellious antihero image. But a rising climber threatens his status.

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  3. This Is Art, This Is Spirituality

  52m

  The rivalry between Dean and Alex Honnold intensifies as both climbers vie to be the first to free solo a route on the 3000 foot El Capitan. As Dean's mental state deteriorates, he alienates his inner-circle and accepts a dangerous career opportunity in China.

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  4. Transcending Human Limitations

  58m

  With a new relationship grounding him, Dean regains emotional stability and his long-held dream of flight comes to fruition when he immerses himself in the cutting-edge world of wingsuit flying.

Cast

Dean Potter

Self (archive footage)

Dean Fidelman

Self

Timmy O'Neill

Self

Jim Hurst

Self

Eric Perlman

Self

Cedar Wright

Self

Dan Duane

Self