Breathing Underwater

Breathing Underwater is a drama about a woman named Emma who is forced to leave her previous life to live in a women's shelter. While staying there, she forms unexpected bonds with a diverse group of other women. Together, they support one another in a struggle to regain their dignity and control over their own lives.

The film was directed by Eric Lamhène, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Rae Lyn Lee. This Belgian and Luxembourgish production features a cast led by Carla Juri in the role of Emma, alongside Véronique Tshanda Beya, Esperanza Martin González-Quevedo, Alessia Raschella, Sascha Ley, and Luc Schiltz. The movie was produced by Shelter Prod, Artémis Productions, and Samsa Film, with a total runtime of 102 minutes. It was released on November 13, 2024.