Breathe

The film chronicles the inspiring true story of Robin Cavendish, a young, adventurous man who is paralyzed by polio at the age of 28. Despite being given only a few months to live, Robin refuses to give up. With the help of his devoted wife, Diana, he becomes an inspiration to many, pushing the boundaries of what people with disabilities could do and fighting for their right to live life to the fullest.

Breathe received generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising its emotional depth, the performances of its lead actors, and its uplifting portrayal of resilience in the face of adversity. Some critics noted that while the film is heartfelt and well-made, it occasionally treads familiar ground in the inspirational biopic genre.

• Praised for its touching and inspiring true story of overcoming adversity.

• Andrew Garfield and Claire Foy's performances were widely lauded as powerful and moving.

• Some critics found the film to be a bit conventional in its storytelling approach.

Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's emotional impact and the strong chemistry between the lead actors. Many found the story of Robin Cavendish to be deeply moving and inspirational, highlighting its positive message about living life with determination.

Nominated for Best Actor at the British Independent Film Awards for Andrew Garfield. Won the Audience Award at the Zurich Film Festival.

The film was a passion project for director Andy Serkis, inspired by his own wife's father who had been diagnosed with polio, much like Robin Cavendish.