In this episode of Meet Me at the Movies, Noel and Thomas Manning welcome acclaimed underwater cinematographer Ian Seabrook to discuss his breathtaking work on the survival thriller Last Breath, starring Woody Harrelson.
L-R: Finn Cole as Chris Lemons, Woody Harrelson as Duncan Allcock, and Simu Liu as Dave Yuasa in LAST BREATH, a Focus Features release. Photo Credit: Mark Cassar. © 2024 FOCUS FEATURES LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
Seabrook shares insights into the challenges of filming in extreme underwater environments, the technical mastery required for capturing suspenseful deep-sea sequences, and what it takes to bring a gripping real-life story to the big screen. Whether you’re a fan of cinematography, survival thrillers, or behind-the-scenes filmmaking, this conversation is a must-watch!
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The Mannings are registered film journalists with Critics Choice, SEFCA & The North Carolina Film Critics. Clips are used by permission for review, commentary, and editorial purposes.
Official Synopsis:
A heart-pounding film that follows seasoned deep-sea divers as they battle the raging elements to rescue their crewmate trapped hundreds of feet below the ocean’s surface. Based on a true story, Last Breath is an electrifying story about teamwork, resilience, and a race against time to do the impossible.
In theaters February 28th, 2025.
For more information, head to the official Focus Features Last Breath webpage.
Noel T. Manning is a member of the CCA, SEFCA and the NCFCA and also hosts Meet Me at the Movies and Screen Scene. He’s the founder of the Real to Reel Film Fest and has served over 20 years as an adjunct professor of film studies. When he’s not embracing mainstream, indie, international, documentary or art films, he’s exploring the world of visual arts and entertainment by chatting with those in front of and behind the cameras.
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