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Breathe
2017 118 min Switzerland, United Kingdom PG-13 16+
★7.2
Drama, Romance
Director: Andy Serkis
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Description
Based on the true story of Robin, a handsome, brilliant and adventurous man whose life takes a dramatic turn when polio leaves him paralyzed.
US Gross:
$490,131
Worldwide:
$5.03M
Starring
Andrew Garfield
Actor
Claire Foy
Actor
Hugh Bonneville
Actor
Awards
1 win & 5 nominations total
Key opinion
Breathe is a sincere, life-affirming biographical drama that avoids excessive sentimentality in favor of a tribute to resilience and the power of partnership. While critics are divided on the film's narrative structure and emotional depth, there is a strong consensus regarding the high quality of the lead performances and the elegant production design.
| Acting | Andrew Garfield anchors the film with a nuanced performance that conveys profound emotion despite being physically restricted by his character's paralysis. | |
| Production | The production design and period-accurate staging create a polished, visually immersive experience that effectively captures the film's mid-century setting. | |
| Pacing | The film's pacing is polarizing; some viewers find the slow, contemplative approach rewarding, while others find the narrative flow inconsistent and the structural transitions jarring. | |
| Screenplay | Opinions on the screenplay are divided: supporters praise its life-affirming, grateful tone, while detractors find the character development occasionally flat and the emotional stakes too easily resolved. | |
| Acting | Claire Foy's portrayal of Diana Cavendish receives conflicting reviews, with some finding her performance strength and essential to the story, while others perceive it as lacking in emotional warmth. |