Cal Gaunt
Netflix fans say they’ve been left ‘breathless’ after watching one of the platform’s ‘best ever’ documentaries.
The streaming platform’s docs often take viewers on captivating journeys, showcasing powerful narratives and compelling human experiences.
From exploring the untold stories of extraordinary individuals to shedding light on pressing social issues, they can leave a profound impact on audiences.
From MH370: The Plane That Disappeared to Girl in the Picture, Netflix always has something to watch, with thought-provoking twists on true stories.
And now a brand new film is making waves – if you’ll pardon the pun.
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It was even featured on an episode of Channel 4’s Celebrity Gogglebox.
As audiences poured in their reactions on Twitter, emotions ran high, with many expressing how deeply moved they were by the film’s powerful narrative.
One viewer writes: “Very powerful, most of the film was watched through tears.”
Another adds: “The Deepest Breath is one of the best documentaries I’ve ever seen.”
“After the first 20 minutes, you will be left breathless… It’s a wonderful, exciting and poignant film,” a third comments.
Others say it was the ‘toughest documentary’ they’ve ever watched, ‘incredibly moving’ and ‘a spectacular watch’.
This nearly two-hour-long documentary is written and directed by Irish filmmaker Laura McGann.
It introduces us to the fascinating world of freediving, through the inspiring story of Italian champion Alessia Zecchini and Ireland’s Stephen Keenan.
Freediving is an extreme and dangerous sport where competitors dive to unimaginable depths underwater, holding their breath until they resurface without the aid of any scuba gear.
In The Deepest Breath, we follow Zecchini’s quest to set a new world record in freediving, and she is joined by safety diver Stephen Keenan, whose role is crucial in this perilous sport.
With freedivers facing the risk of blackouts during their ascent, safety divers like Keenan are essential to ensure their well-being.
The heart of the documentary lies in the training and preparation of Zecchini as she gears up to take on the legendary Blue Hole in Dahab, Egypt.
This daunting dive takes her an astounding 184 feet below the surface of the Red Sea and features an 85-foot-long tunnel.
The challenge? Zecchini must swim from one safety rope to the other, on either side of the tunnel, where Keenan awaits to meet her.
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Before landing on Netflix, The Deepest Breath enjoyed a limited release in cinemas, indicating that Netflix might have its sights set on potential Oscar glory in the Best Documentary category for 2024.
With an impressive 94% audience score and an admirable 83% Tomatometer rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the film has already struck a chord with viewers and critics alike.
Vogue hailed the documentary as ‘addictive and alarming’, offering a fascinating look into the world of athletic obsession, with strategic reveals that keep viewers on the edge of their seats.
It’s evident that this film has left a lasting impact on its audience, resonating with the incredible determination and courage of the freedivers featured.
So, if you’re up for an enthralling and emotional journey into the world of freediving, The Deepest Breath is now available for your viewing pleasure on Netflix.
Watch the trailer for The Deepest Breath below…
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