Netflix has released The Deepest Breath trailer for A24’s upcoming diving documentary, centering around the extreme sport of free diving. The video highlights the thrills and danger of the sport, as well as the relationship between a champion freediver and an expert safety diver. The film will be available for streaming on July 19.
“The setting and emotional power of this story is what initially drew me into wanting to make this documentary,” Lauren McGann said in a statement. “Filming around the world and with the remarkable subjects at the heart of The Deepest Breath has been the most inspirational and rewarding experience of my career.
Check out The Deepest Diver trailer below (watch more trailers):
Who’s Involved in The Deepest Breath?
The Deepest Breath is directed by Laura McGann. It is executive produced by Bart Layton, Ben Cotner, Emily Osborne, and Adriana Banta, with John Battsek, Sarah Thomson, Jamie D’Alton, Anne McLoughlin, and Robert Ford set as producers. It hails from A24, Motive Films, Ventureland, and RAW.
“This thrilling documentary tells the story of champion freediver Alessia Zecchini and expert safety diver Stephen Keenan, who seemed fated to meet at the height of their careers,” reads the logline. “Raw underwater dive footage and extensive interviews bring viewers along for their emotional journey into the stunning, silent depths of the ocean, a breathtaking place unseen by all but the fortunate few — where exhilarating accomplishments and unavoidable risks await. The Deepest Breath captures the gripping mix of destiny and danger at the heart of two athletes’ undeniable bond, and offers a never-before-seen glimpse into one of the most dangerous sports in the world.”
The documentary film features footage filmed from all over the world, including Long Island, New York; the Bahamas; Rome; the West Coast of Ireland, and more. It had its world premiere at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival.
