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The Deepest Breath

Play trailer 2:08 Poster for The Deepest Breath PG Released Jul 14, 2023 1h 48m Documentary Biography Sports Play Trailer Watchlist
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A champion freediver trains to break a world record with the help of an expert safety diver, and the two form an emotional bond that feels like fate. This heart-stopping film follows the paths they took to meet at the pinnacle of the freediving world, documenting the thrilling rewards -- and inescapable risks -- of chasing a dream through the silent depths of the ocean.
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A compelling documentary that can feel like a thriller, The Deepest Breath couples real-life tragedy with stunning footage of the ocean's depths.

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Bilge Ebiri New York Magazine/Vulture This is, ultimately, an elegant and deeply moving picture. Dec 9, 2023 Full Review Maxwell Rabb Chicago Reader The Deepest Breath rivals Free Solo as one of the most anxiety-inducing extreme sports documentaries ever. Jul 29, 2023 Full Review Sam Adams Slate The Deepest Breath gambles that you’ll be so blown away by its big reveal that you’ll banish any thought of how it was arranged. But as affected as I was, I’m not sure it was worth it. Jul 28, 2023 Full Review Dennis Schwartz Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews Distinguishes itself through its amazing underwater footage. Rated: B- Jan 7, 2024 Full Review Annlee Ellingson CineWomen "The Deepest Breath" offers an intimate entrée into an obscure sport and the intense personalities who partake in it. Dec 5, 2023 Full Review Savina Petkova A Good Movie To Watch The Deepest Breath capitalizes on that very spectacle—being exposed to death and conquering it—and banks on using archival footage of world records and training. Rated: 7.3/10 Oct 29, 2023 Full Review Read all reviews

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Joao C Great story. Could only the be a bit faster on the beggining when telling a bunch of random people's history. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 02/27/24 Full Review Daniel N An extremely intense documentary about an extremely intense sport. Up there with Free Solo and it will stay with you for a while. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 12/17/23 Full Review peter S You have to see this movie. It is cut from real footage but assembled together to make it look like a film. Extraordinary when you know that everything on the screen is for real. This is next level fabulous. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/27/23 Full Review matthias s "The Deepest Breath" is a beautifully crafted and captivating documentary that masterfully blends stunning visuals, thrilling suspense, and genuine human stories. Whether you're an avid fan of underwater exploration or simply looking for a thought-provoking and inspiring film, this documentary will leave you in awe of the human spirit and the wonders of the ocean depths. Prepare to be mesmerized and moved by "The Deepest Breath. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 11/11/23 Full Review A L Absolutely breathtaking Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/09/23 Full Review Terin B Absolutely mesmerizing! 'The Deepest Breath' documentary takes you on an unforgettable journey into the profound depths of human experience. The storytelling is masterfully crafted, weaving together emotions, science, and breathtaking visuals. A thought-provoking exploration that leaves you with a newfound appreciation for the beauty of breath and life itself. A five-star masterpiece that resonates long after the credits roll. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/03/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis A champion freediver trains to break a world record with the help of an expert safety diver, and the two form an emotional bond that feels like fate. This heart-stopping film follows the paths they took to meet at the pinnacle of the freediving world, documenting the thrilling rewards -- and inescapable risks -- of chasing a dream through the silent depths of the ocean.
Director
Laura McGann
Producer
John Battsek, Sarah Thomson, Jamie D'Alton, Anne McLoughlin
Screenwriter
Laura McGann
Distributor
Netflix
Production Co
Ventureland, A24, Raw, Motive Pictures
Rating
PG (Language|Unsettling Images|Some Intense Peril)
Genre
Documentary, Biography, Sports
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jul 14, 2023, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Jul 19, 2023
Runtime
1h 48m
Sound Mix
Dolby Digital
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