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Breathe

Abruptly paralysed and reliant on a mechanical respirator, Robin Cavendish believes his life is over, but his wife Diana it determined to improve his prospects - even if it kills him.

Inspiring true story from 麻豆社 Films. Abruptly paralysed and reliant on a mechanical respirator, Robin Cavendish believes his life is over, but his wife Diana it determined to improve his prospects - even if it kills him.

With family and friends rallying round, the couple tackle obstacles and prejudices through the 1960s and beyond.

1 hour, 49 minutes

Last on

Thu 17 Oct 2024 23:05

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Role Contributor
Robin Cavendish Andrew Garfield
Diana Cavendish Claire Foy
Jonathan Cavendish Dean-Charles Chapman
Bloggs Blacker / David Blacker Tom Hollander
Teddy Hall Hugh Bonneville
Colin Campbell Ed Speleers
Dr Clement Aitken Stephen Mangan
Dr Entwistle Jonathan Hyde
Dr Khan Amit Shah
Lady Neville Diana Rigg
Paddy David Wilmot
Nurse Margaret Emily Bevan
Writer William Nicholson
Director Andy Serkis

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