Immerse Yourself in Netflix's Breathtaking Freediving Documentary with a Mesmerizing Soundtrack [EXCLUSIVE]

Summary

The Deepest Breath is a documentary that explores the inspiring and heartbreaking story of freediver Alessia Zecchini's attempt to dive without an air tank.

The film additionally highlights the heartbreaking tale of her safety diver partner, Stephen Keenan, who tragically lost his life during the endeavor.

The documentary commemorates the determination, ambition, and the international freediving community, with the original soundtrack composed by Nainita Desai flawlessly capturing the profound emotions portrayed in the film.

The Deepest Breath, a Netflix documentary, is a captivating and heart-wrenching film. It chronicles the incredible journey of record-breaking free diver Alessia Zecchini as she embarks on a perilous dive in Dahab, Egypt's Blue Hole. Without the use of an air tank, Zecchini courageously ventures into the depths of the 85-foot long and 184-foot deep underwater cavern. This gripping film not only tells Zecchini's story but also sheds light on her partner Stephen Keenan, a safety diver who tragically loses his life during the attempt. It is a remarkable tale of determination, resilience, and the profound connections forged within the global community of freediving.

To capture the breadth of emotions and intense moments depicted in The Deepest Breath, the filmmakers enlisted the talents of Emmy-winning film scorer Nainita Desai. Known for her versatility, Desai's compositions have graced various platforms, including video games and other documentary films like Body Parts. Screen Rant is thrilled to showcase "I Feel Alive," one of Desai's masterpieces from The Deepest Breath, ahead of the official soundtrack release. Don't miss this extraordinary piece, available here:

Listen To The Deepest Breath—Original Motion Picture Soundtrack On September 1st

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The track "I Feel Alive" combines a dreamlike soundscape with unearthly vocals to convey the unfamiliar sensation of the world beneath the ocean's surface. As the standout piece from the film, "I Feel Alive" exemplifies the breadth of the overall narrative as well as Nainita Desai's artistic vision for the entire soundtrack. Desai shares her thoughts on the process of composing the score for The Deepest Breath:

Desai explains that due to the stunning seascapes and high stakes in the story, along with the introspective nature of the freediver's journey, the music needed to encompass a wide range of emotions. The score intertwines the parallel narratives of Alessia and Stephen, capturing the thrilling danger of the sport while also portraying their budding relationship against the mesmerizing backdrop of the underwater world. In the film, audiences are immersed in the extreme aspects of the sport, as well as the profound emotions of life and love. Desai also aimed to capture the immersive beauty, serenity, and dangers of the deep sea, particularly evident in the titular track where the power of nature is conveyed through the resonating drums, while the intimacy of the lone human diver is captured through ethereal vocals.

The Deepest Breath—Original Motion Picture Soundtrack comprises 38 tracks that intricately weave together the narrative of Alessia Zecchini and Stephen Keenan's journey in The Deepest Breath. Notable songs in the soundtrack include "Alessia's Dream," "Stephen the Explorer," "Natalia 101 Meters," and "The Final Day." Even divorced from the film's context, Desai's composition captivates with its depth and complexity. Finally, after eight months since The Deepest Breath's initial release, audiences can now explore this immersive score in its own right.

You can currently stream The Deepest Breath on Netflix. The Deepest Breath—Original Motion Picture Soundtrack will be available on digital platforms starting September 1st, courtesy of Lakeshore Records. Stream the soundtrack here.