
Hold Your Breath: The Ice Dive
2022

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Limited
2022
Director
Sara Ristori
Runtime
90 minutes
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Federica Pellegrini - Underwater is a focused biographical study of an elite athlete's journey to the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. The narrative emphasizes individual ability to act and the psychological discipline needed for professional competition. While the film successfully showcases female excellence and leadership in a demanding sporting environment, it lacks depth in terms of broader social structures. The scope remains narrow, focusing on personal merit rather than systemic issues. Ultimately, the documentary serves as a character study of achievement but does not engage with broader identity politics.
Category Breakdown
There are no visible LGBTQ+ characters or narratives addressing non-straight identities in the film.
The documentary centers on a female athlete in competitive swimming, highlighting her physical endurance and leadership skills.
The subjects in the film are predominantly of Italian descent, with no evidence of diverse racial casting.
The film focuses on the meritocratic framework of Olympic sports, offering a glimpse into professional athletics without broader cultural critiques.
The film does not depict any physical or neurodivergent disabilities.
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Official Synopsis
Documentary that covers Federica Pellegrini's career and her preparation in the last 300 days before the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.

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