Breathe

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"With her love, he lived"
  • PG-13
  • 2017
  • 1 hr 57 min
  • 7.1  (24,556)
  • 51

Breathe is a biographical drama film directed by Andy Serkis and released in 2017. The movie is based on the real-life story of Robin Cavendish (Andrew Garfield), a young, ambitious British man who is suddenly paralyzed by polio at the age of 28, and his determination to live his life to the fullest despite his disability. The film opens with Robin at a cricket match in Kenya in 1958, where he meets and falls in love with Diana (Claire Foy). They soon get married and move to England, where Robin is struck down by polio and left paralyzed from the neck down. The doctors have no hope for him, and he is given only a few months to live. Robin is devastated by the news, but Diana refuses to give up on him, and with the help of a few close friends, they begin to find ways to make Robin's life more comfortable.

As Robin feels increasingly trapped and frustrated by his condition, Diana comes up with the idea of creating a special wheelchair that can accommodate the ventilator that keeps him alive. With the help of a brilliant inventor and friend (Hugh Bonneville), Robin begins to regain his independence and becomes an advocate for the rights of the disabled.

The film portrays Robin's unflagging spirit and his fierce determination to live a full and happy life despite his disability. It is a moving portrayal of the strength of the human spirit and the power of love and friendship.

Andrew Garfield's performance as Robin is outstanding, portraying the character's frustration, anger, and determination with nuance and depth. Claire Foy is equally impressive as Diana, capturing her mix of devotion, courage, and resilience.

The film is beautifully shot, with stunning landscapes capturing the beauty of the natural world, and the music by Nitin Sawhney helps to convey the emotional intensity of the story.

The central themes of the movie are the importance of human connection and the value of life, no matter what the limitations. It is a powerful reminder of the potential we all have for courage and resilience, even in the most challenging circumstances.

Overall, Breathe is a deeply moving and inspiring film that successfully balances the bleakness of Robin's physical condition with the joy and hope of his spirit. It is a tribute to a remarkable man and a reminder to us all of the preciousness of life.

Breathe is a 2017 drama with a runtime of 1 hour and 57 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 7.1 and a MetaScore of 51.

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Breathe is available to watch free on Kanopy. It's also available to stream, download and buy on demand at Hulu, Amazon Prime, Apple TV, Amazon, Google Play, YouTube VOD and Vudu. Some platforms allow you to rent Breathe for a limited time or purchase the movie and download it to your device.
  • Release Date
    2017
  • MPAA Rating
    PG-13
  • Runtime
    1 hr 57 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.1  (24,556)
  • Metascore
    51