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.
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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 www.Epidemicsound.com
The Air You Breathe - Aerian
Courtesy of www.Epidemicsound.com
The Gordian Knot - Jakob Ahlbom
Courtesy of www.Epidemicsound.com
Lakes - Harbours & Oceans - (Trailer music)
Courtesy of www.Epidemicsound.com
LOCATION
Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
EQUIPMENT
Shot on Sony FX6 and A7SIII
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[@RobMentors]

Finally! A non-competition freediving, non-spearfishing short story done well that empathizes love for the ocean and beauty within. The narration and cinematography is on point! In most stories about freediving, the heavy non-American accents distracts me that I end up watching them on mute with subtitles but you were able to pull me in with Eddie's voiceover. Thank you for this emotional journey and I hope to see more. 😍

[@marteung]

I agree, this video is inspiring!

[@victorkochkarev2576]

Thank you for the inspiering story and showing the beauty of Tenerife especially Anaga region - its mountains and its ocean depth. It's truly remarkable place.

[@poul_bracker]

Thank you for your kind words! I appreciate it a lot. Best regards :)

[@kathevidal5322]

Practica,paciencia,relajación,conciencia,gratitud,resiliencia.

[@official332]

Красивое видео!

[@poul_bracker]

spasibo🥰 feel free to subscribe for more

[@morizwohlleben]

Wow man merkt wieviel Leidenschaft in jede einzelne Szene gesteckt wurde. Das Storytelling einfach nur crazy. Danke für dieses Meisterwerk!

[@poul_bracker]

Wow! Danke für die lieben Worte. Da ist in der Tat viel Leidenschaft hineingeflossen. Lg😊

[@TheHorizonHunters]

Wow! Sehr professionell und berührend! Man kann sehen, dass dort viel Arbeit hinter steckt.
Ein Masterpiece 🤍 Wir hoffen, dass diese Message viele Menschen erreicht & genauso inspiriert wie uns!

[@poul_bracker]

Danke für die lieben Worte! Es ist tatsächlich ein längerer Weg gewesen. BTS wird auch nochmal interessant 😊❤

[@Fabialvesdesouza]

Wow! Breath taking! So strong and delicate at the same time. Congratulations! Cheers from Brazil!

[@poul_bracker]

Thank you so much! I appreciate it a lot! Greetings from Vienna

[@kathevidal5322]

Si no somos concientes perdemos el equilibrio, es la fuerza de la naturaleza que te mantiene humilde.❤

[@LaLtheGaL]

Such a touching story shared in a beautiful way. Many aspects of your story resonated with me and I’m sure many Freediver’s.
Thank you for making this. I hope it inspires others as much as it did for me.

[@poul_bracker]

Thank you so much. This is really rewarding to hear it touched and inspired you the same as the production of the film did to me!

[@AdrianH-vl3ux]

Amazing

[@poul_bracker]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@sillah_dj]

Sooooo beautiful - you describe exactly what Freediving does for me ❤❤❤

[@poul_bracker]

Thank you Sillah, I am glad to hear we created emotions that free divers like you can relate to :)!

[@captainpentax]

Visual-Storytelling | Story | Just awesome ! 🤍🌊

[@poul_bracker]

Thanks brother

[@bigbangboo]

Sehr beieindruckend , Traufhafte Bilder, gutes Storytelling. Danke fürs Teilen :)

[@poul_bracker]

Dankeschön! Ich freue mich dass du es auch fühlen konntest :) LG

[@seanpk78]

Awesome

[@poul_bracker]

Thank you so much :)

[@NikHem343]

Incredible film with astounding cinematography! Definitely shows what the FX6 is capable of

[@poul_bracker]

#sponsormetape out now

[@clairekemp]

❤ beautiful film and v inspirational, congratulations Poul

[@poul_bracker]

Thank you Claire, I appreciate you!

[@JohnBennettNo1]

Wow, what a great short film, loved it, stunning visuals and inspiring heartfelt narration about finding a passion for life through free diving after having had a serious injury. Absolutely brilliant, I hope you make more short films of this quality.

[@poul_bracker]

I have much appreciation for your review! It’s definitely a big goal for me, to gain some recognition and find more opportunities to work on these kind of inspiring projects!❤

[@olliysr]

Unfassbar stark!!!

[@poul_bracker]

Danke Bro❤

[@LesApneistesAnonymes]

Yes! Nice Work! Well done to all the team, it took time to craft this beautiful short! Love from Switzerland!

[@poul_bracker]

Thank you so much! We really appreciate your time for the review! :)

[@rudebwooy51]

Stark, Bruder ❤

[@user-ws9lv7wl6j]

Der Film zieht einen voll in seinen Bann 🥹🙌🏽✨ kannst richtig stolz auf dich sein!

[@poul_bracker]

Das freut mich sehr dass du es auch so fühlst😊 Dankeschön ☺️

[@rethe3426]

Wunderschöne Aufnahmen!🤍

[@poul_bracker]

Danke❤

[@indicedulce]

* la forma de narrar, montar, cada escena y encajar el color del viaje y su desenlace, me a parecido inspirador! Gracias por compartir esta vivencia la cual me siento muy identificado! 🙌👍👌🏻👏🏻Bravo un saludo desde España 🇪🇸. Brutal🙌🌊🤿🏖️

[@poul_bracker]

Gracias por las cariñosas palabras. Me alegra que hayas notado y te hayan gustado estos detalles. Me alegra mucho que te haya inspirado. Saludos cordiales desde Viena💙

[@oscargeorges5005]

C’était magnifique !

[@selfpsydiver]

Удачи тебе! И привет от Ихтиандров!!!❤

[@vladimirsvecorka5001]

Great quality

[@poul_bracker]

Thank you Vladimir! :)

[@diggafilmproduktionen4906]

Sehr schöner Film 🎉

[@Klumpenkakao]

Großartig gemacht!

[@poul_bracker]

Thx Rick🫶🏼

[@rulligirnus911]

Maravilloso ,El Gato con botas

[@poul_bracker]

Rulli du Tauchgott! Muchas Danke

[@fugbaum]

So gut 🔥

[@poul_bracker]

Danke Fugbaum❤

[@antoniuskaiser9015]

Wow! Was für tolle Bilder! Hoffe das diesen Film viele sehen werden ✌🏼🔥

[@poul_bracker]

Wir drücken die Daumen! Dankeschön❤

[@erik7520]

ein echt toller film🙏🏼

[@poul_bracker]

Danke Erik :)

[@kdo354]

Beautiful images, beautiful story 💙

[@poul_bracker]

Thanks a lot!

[@noahmurphyt]

Inspiring stuff. You deserve more recognition for this!

[@poul_bracker]

Thank you so much! Don't hesitate to share the film with other enthusiasts :)

[@frankhinrichs1923]

Wow, great passion, superb movie

[@poul_bracker]

Thanks for watching. Great to hear you enjoyed it :)

[@Domingospescasub]

Muy bonita tu historia, de fortaleza y superación, tuve un accidente y me rompí ambos tobillos, mi vida en contacto con la naturaleza y el deporte tuvo un encuentro con la apnea y la pesca submarina.
Felicitaciones por tu logro y la narrativa está muy bien hecha 👏👏👏💪👍😃

[@poul_bracker]

Espero que esta sea la motivación adecuada para completar con éxito la rehabilitación. ¡Gracias por las lindas palabras!

[@user-ri7oz5no1h]

Magnifique !! ❤

[@poul_bracker]

Thanks a lot ❤

[@gemini-gw7bl]

well put together ! kinda want to get back into it

[@poul_bracker]

thanks mate, glad to hear this motivated you as well :)

[@elrincondelosperipateticos2503]

I feel that Water in my is all

[@poul_bracker]

Water is all. :)

[@franckjournoud4751]

Beautiful images and inspiring story!👍🏻

[@poul_bracker]

Many thanks!

[@lyndasturner3048]

Just watched your film & your very inspirational & courageous way of dealing with your injury.
Is the film shot in The Canary Isles or The Azores ?
Thank you for sharing 🙏

[@poul_bracker]

Thanks for your review we really appreciate that! Its all shot on Tenerife, Canary Islands. :)

[@lyndasturner3048]

@@poul_bracker I went to landmar player this year. Is that area near Los gigantes ?

[@tomvbelow97]

So stolz, richtig geiles Projekt ❤️

[@poul_bracker]

Dankeschön Bro! Ich freue mich sehr über deinen Support ❤

[@Man7Overboard]

Ganz großes Kino!😊👍🏼

[@poul_bracker]

☺️ danke dir

[@AdrianFormella95]

Amazing work brother !! Keep it going ❤️🔥

[@poul_bracker]

Thanks bro👊 that means a lot to me!

[@mohammadmassri2394]

Good job man!

[@poul_bracker]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@faress1972]

Bravo a vous!
j'ai trouvé ce cours métrage bien touchant.

[@poul_bracker]

Thank you! Great to hear that you could feel the intended emotions for this film❤

[@dawnriddler]

Not me watching this with a sprained ankle from climbing 😂

[@poul_bracker]

Oh sorry to hear that :D! Stay motivated and I wish you a quick recovery :)

[@ayumelatipelagic]

So beautiful 🧚✨🐋 thank you for making this video 💖

[@poul_bracker]

Thank you for your time enjoying it!

[@kathevidal5322]

Extended beautiful❤

[@poul_bracker]

Thank you so much. Happy to hear that you enjoyed the film

[@LennartThomsen]

Incredible Stuff Bro! Hats off to you and the whole team ❤

[@poul_bracker]

We learned from the best right? 🫶🏼

[@chad.littlefield]

Epic, mate! Just getting into the sport but have been a swimmer all my life. Now obsessed with the breath and the depth. Would love to find a coach (probably virtual) as I'm based on the east coast of the U.S. would welcome suggestions and connections.

[@poul_bracker]

Thanks mate! Sounds awesome! Check out Mehdi Allam on IG and Oceanic Motion. He will give you further opportunities. Best regards!

[@tonymcknight4400]

Great film! Loved it

[@poul_bracker]

I appreacite it! Thanks

[@martin_owes_ovsik]

Great job guys! And strong story

[@poul_bracker]

Thanks for the support🎉

[@missmalaya2796]

A very inspiring story ♥️
I am a newbie in both photography and freediving. Your story touched my heart and motivate me to pursue my passion. Thank you for sharing your story to us. God bless you.

[@poul_bracker]

Thank you so much for your review! Its a huge reward for me if people like you understand and feel the emotions we put into this film

[@user-kb6lp7vl6b]

Износ сердца(

[@kenn4668]

NICE FILM DUDE

[@poul_bracker]

Thanks man!

[@knepperpaul]

Congratulations to such an inspirational story. Well done.
Where was this shot? The opening scenes are beautiful.

[@manbelucky5931]

สิมิลันไอซ์แลนซ์

[@olivehintz]

"Promo SM" 😱