Last Breath
Last Breath

Last Breath

2019Movie85 minEnglish

A commercial diver is stranded on the seabed with only five minutes of oxygen supply, but with no chance of rescue for more than 30 minutes. With access to amazing archival footage, this is the true story of one man’s impossible fight for survival.

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IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes93%
Metacritic70/100
Google Users94%
Director: Alex ParkinsonGenres: Documentary, Adventure, Thriller

Plot Summary

In December 2012, the saturation diving support vessel Olympic Apollon was working on a North Sea oilfield. A catastrophic storm caused the vessel to lose its position, leading to the free-fall of the dive team's diving bell. Trapped over 100 meters below the surface, the divers faced an impossible fight for survival against the crushing pressure and dwindling oxygen supply. The film chronicles their harrowing experience and the desperate rescue efforts.

Critical Reception

Last Breath was widely acclaimed by critics for its intense suspense, powerful storytelling, and unflinching portrayal of a real-life survival ordeal. Audiences were captivated by the high stakes and the human drama, praising its immersive quality and emotional impact.

What Reviewers Say

  • A gripping and terrifying survival documentary.
  • Masterfully builds tension and highlights incredible human resilience.
  • Visually stunning and emotionally resonant.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly praise "Last Breath" for its extreme suspense and the raw courage displayed by the divers. Many highlight the film's ability to put viewers directly into the terrifying situation, making it an unforgettable and highly recommended watch.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer at the BAFTA Awards.

Fun Fact

The film primarily uses footage shot by the divers themselves, including body camera footage, which significantly adds to its authenticity and immersive nature.

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Stephen Campbell

Stephen Campbell

**_A great story powerfully told_** > _The great depths of the ocean are entirely unknown to us; soundings cannot reach them. What fanes in those remote depths, what beings live twelve or fifteen miles beneath the surface of the waters, ...