In an exciting development for film enthusiasts, the April release of the much-anticipated survival thriller ‘Breathe’ has been confirmed. The movie promises to deliver a gripping performance from Jennifer Hudson (‘Respect’, ‘Dreamgirls’) and Milla Jovovich (‘The Fifth Element’, ‘Resident Evil’) on April 26 across various platforms including theatrical, digital, and on-demand.
Key Takeaways:
– New survival thriller, ‘Breathe’, featuring Jennifer Hudson and Milla Jovovich, set for release on April 26.
– The film’s trailer, released online, offers a glimpse of an apocalyptic world where oxygen scarcity has forced humans to live underground.
– Directed by Independent Spirit Award winner, Stefon Bristol, the story is a stark reminder of the threat to our Earth.
– Notable additions to the cast include Quvenzhané Wallis, Common, and Sam Worthington.
– The movie serves as a directorial debut for Bristol, who received high praise from cast members.
An Apocalyptic Setting
‘Breathe’, directed by Stefon Bristol, award winner for his 2017 short film ‘See You Yesterday’, is based on a Black List screenplay by Doug Simon. Set in a frightening apocalyptic scenario, Earth has become uninhabitable due to a severe lack of oxygen. Jennifer Hudson’s character, Maya, along with her daughter, dwells in an underground bunker, relying on a state-of-the-art oxygen suit for surface journeys above. The narrative thickens as a mysterious couple, claiming to have information about Maya’s presumably dead husband Darius, the creator of the life-saving suit, seek refuge in their bunker.
A Stellar Cast
Adding more luster to the film, the cast also includes talented performers like Quvenzhané Wallis of ‘Annie’ and ‘Beasts of the Southern Wild’, Common known for ‘John Wick: Chapter 2’ and ‘Wanted’, and Sam Worthington from ‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ and ‘Clash of the Titans’.
‘Breathe’ comes to us courtesy of producers Basil Iwanyk and Erica Lee from Thunder Road Films, and Christian Mercuri of Capstone. Executive production was managed by Capstone’s Ruzanna Kegeyan, David Haring, Esther Hornstein, and Will Flynn.
A Personal Story with Universal Appeal
‘Breathe’ carries significant personal importance for Bristol, which according to him, widens its universal reach. The story serves as a frightening cautionary tale about planet Earth’s delicate balance, convincing audiences of the imminent dangers that could arise from environmental negligence.
Bristol further conveyed that, “We do not inherit the Earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children”, a sentiment emphasizing the onus on current generations to uphold and protect the health of our planet for future inhabitants.
Milla Jovovich expressed her delight working with Bristol on this project, describing him as a wonderful collaborator.
Audience Reactions
Audiences worldwide can now view the heart-stopping trailer online, just a month before the film’s actual release. As anticipation heightens, fans can hardly wait for this riveting thriller. Have an opinion on the ‘Breathe’ trailer? Are you looking forward to watching the movie next month? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.
A parting note – this film marks a significant milestone in Stefon Bristol’s career, as ‘Breathe’ serves as his feature directorial debut. Given the compelling plot, stellar cast, and Bristol’s recognisable talent, it’s no wonder that the movie is being awaited with great eagerness.
