Breathing Under Water movie poster

Breathing Under Water

February 19, 2000 0h 45m 7.2/10 (6 votes)

Originally released in 2000. Breathing Under Water is a drama film. directed by António Ferreira. At just 45 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Alexandre Pinto, Joana Costa, and Joel Rodrigues

Synopsis

What stops two people from being together? A third one. What stops one person from fighting for another? Nothing. Pedro lives in the suburbs, where he works with his father in a garage. Everyday he takes the bus downtown where he goes to school and meets his friends. It's summertime and they all go down to the river where they spend their free time or even their school time. Among joints, motorbike riding and swimming, everything seems to go well with this group of friends, until the moment when Pedro and his best friend find out that both of them like the same girl. Pedro finds himself inside a downward spiral, where everything around him seems to fall apart. Like a magnet attracts the iron, Pedro seems to attract problems, from the school until his relationship with his parents. This is the story of Pedro, who by having his head being pushed down so much learned how to breathe under water.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 19, 2000 25 years ago
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Runtime 0h 45m 45 minutes total
User Rating 7.2/10 Great (6 votes)
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Language Portuguese Original language
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Country Germany + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
PT

Production Companies

  • RTP
  • Hochschule für Film und Fernsehen 'Konrad Wolf'
  • Deutsche Film- und Fernsehakademie Berlin (DFFB)
  • Persona Non Grata Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Breathing Under Water about?

What stops two people from being together? A third one. What stops one person from fighting for another? Nothing. Pedro lives in the suburbs, where he works with his father in a garage. Everyday he...

Who directed Breathing Under Water?

Breathing Under Water was directed by António Ferreira.

How long is Breathing Under Water?

Breathing Under Water has a runtime of 0 hours and 45 minutes (45 minutes total).

When was Breathing Under Water released?

Breathing Under Water was released on February 19, 2000 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Breathing Under Water?

The main cast of Breathing Under Water includes Alexandre Pinto, Joana Costa, Joel Rodrigues, Mário Rodrigues, Cleia Almeida.