Breathe (2014)

"Breathe" unfolds the intoxicating yet perilous tale of two teenage girls, Charlie and Sarah, whose lives are irrevocably entwined in a dance of friendship and obsession. Charlie, a 17-year-old French suburbanite, grapples with the shackles of doubt, disillusionment, and solitude, her existence hovering on the cusp of mundanity. But when the enigmatic and self-assured Sarah enters the scene, she injects a surge of vibrancy into Charlie's monochromatic world. This rebellious newcomer sparks a fierce and intense camaraderie, a friendship that illuminates the corners of Charlie's loneliness, making her feel invincible. Sarah's arrival is like a breath of fresh air, a promise of a life less ordinary. Charlie revels in their shared moments, intoxicated by the sensation of truly feeling alive. However, as the sun begins to set on their friendship, the plot takes a darker turn. The seemingly indestructible bond begins to crumble as Sarah's attention drifts elsewhere, seeking a new companion. This looming threat of abandonment reignites Charlie's internal demons, turning their intense friendship into a dangerous tug of war. "Breathe" is a haunting exploration of friendship, obsession, and the terrifying reality of growing up, reminding us that sometimes, the most profound relationships can also be the most destructive.

Breathe is a drama movie featuring Joséphine Japy and directed by Mélanie Laurent.

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