The in-theater screening of this film will be followed by a live Q&A with director Laura McGann, producer John Battsek, moderated by Scott Feinberg on October 17 at the Culver Theater. The live Q&A will be recorded and uploaded on this page and IDA's YouTube page a few days after the in-person event.
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. 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. From director Laura McGann, 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.
- Year2023
- Runtime108 minutes
- LanguageEnglish, Italian
- CountryUnited States
- DirectorLaura McGann
- ProducerJohn Battsek, Sarah Thomson, Jamie D’Alton, Anne McLoughlin
- Executive ProducerBart Layton, Ben Cotner, Emily Osborne
- CinematographerTim Cragg
- EditorJulian Hart
The in-theater screening of this film will be followed by a live Q&A with director Laura McGann, producer John Battsek, moderated by Scott Feinberg on October 17 at the Culver Theater. The live Q&A will be recorded and uploaded on this page and IDA's YouTube page a few days after the in-person event.
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. 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. From director Laura McGann, 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.
- Year2023
- Runtime108 minutes
- LanguageEnglish, Italian
- CountryUnited States
- DirectorLaura McGann
- ProducerJohn Battsek, Sarah Thomson, Jamie D’Alton, Anne McLoughlin
- Executive ProducerBart Layton, Ben Cotner, Emily Osborne
- CinematographerTim Cragg
- EditorJulian Hart