A Riveting Deep-Sea Survival Thriller

Finn Cole, Woody Harrelson, and Simu Liu in Last Breath.

Last Breath (2025), directed by Alex Parkinson, is a taut, gripping survival thriller that strips away excess in favor of pure, unrelenting tension. With a cast led by Woody Harrelson, Simu Liu, and Finn Cole, the film smartly focuses on one harrowing situation, delivering a refreshing clarity rarely seen in thrillers. No unnecessary subplots, no distractions—just a single, pulse-pounding ordeal that keeps the audience locked in from start to finish.

Harrelson brings his signature likability and captures the desperation of a man in danger of losing a good friend. Liu and Cole also shine, each adding depth and humanity to a story that thrives on emotional authenticity. The real standout is the film’s stunning underwater cinematography, orchestrated by Director of Photography Ian Seabrook. The deep-sea sequences are breathtaking and terrifying.

Parkinson’s direction is restrained. He trusts the strength of the scenario and performances to carry the film. The result is a lean, nerve-wracking experience that grips you from the moment the divers descend.

Last Breath is a triumph of simplicity and suspense—a reminder that a single story is all a good film needs.