The Breath of The Depth - A Freediving Short Film

This is “The Breath of The Depth“, a Freediving Short Film by Poul Bracker. The documentary short film tells the story of Mehdi Allam, who discovered his new passion for free-diving after a serious climbing accident. Through hard training and a high level of self-discipline, he fights his way back. Mehdi, formerly a climbing photographer, has evolved into a free-diving instructor and underwater photographer. The film shows how a tragic twist of fate can lead to a new opportunity. Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the sea and be captivated by Mehdi’s unwavering determination. Experience the transformative power of free-diving and the philosophy that arises from it. A story about acceptance and gratitude in overcoming personal limits. For more info: IG: - poul_bracker CREDITS Directed by Poul Bracker Direction of Photography Poul Bracker & Daniel Manukjan Underwater camera Poul Bracker & Dorian Le Bihan Additional UW footage: Mehdi Allam & Sten Wendling Drone operator Poul Bracker & Daniel Manukjan Editor Poul Bracker Sound effects Daniel Manukjan Sound Mixer Arne Sommerburg Voice Over Writer Poul Bracker & Eddie Contento Voice Actor Eddie Contento Animation Paul Kersig Color Grading Tobias Hölter CAST Main character Mehdi Allam Niard Supporting actor (beach training) Jeremie Niard Supporting actor (Pool training) Michelle Calvo Supporting actor (Pool training) Lewis Leadbetter Underwater Model Delia Colantuono Freediving student 1 Sten Wendling Freediving student 2 Thaina Auguin Physiotherapist Gara Acosta Safety diver Thaina Auguin MUSIC Child nostalgia - QUIZ Courtesy of Christian Wirthgen Running into - Ooyy Courtesy of The Air You Breathe - Aerian Courtesy of The Gordian Knot - Jakob Ahlbom Courtesy of Lakes - Harbours & Oceans - (Trailer music) Courtesy of LOCATION Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain EQUIPMENT Shot on Sony FX6 and A7SIII #freediving #shortfilm #cinematic #sports #outdoors #diving #documentary #sony #motivation #viral #newvideo #youtubechannel #youtube #share #youtubers