Le souffle de vie

Le souffle de vie is a documentary set in Polynesia during the humpback whale breeding season in the Pacific Ocean. The film follows Natoo as she experiences a connection with the natural world and the local environment. Through her interactions with the scientific organization Océania and the people of Moorea and Tahiti, the story explores an ecosystem tied to ancestral traditions. The narrative focuses on the emotional bonds and the transmission of knowledge that link humans to one another and to living creatures.

Directed by Tom Evrard, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Vanessa Brias and Nathalie Odzierejko, the film is a co-production between France and French Polynesia involving MK2 Films, EVVIVA Films, Filmin'Tahiti, and Pierogi Production. The production was led by producers Vanessa Brias, Nathalie Odzierejko, and Tareparepa Teinauri. Nathalie Odzierejko appears in the main role as Natoo. The film was released on February 2, 2026, with a total runtime of 67 minutes.