"Just a Breath Away," also known as "Dans la brume," is a 2018 French-Canadian science fiction disaster film directed by Daniel Roby. The story is set in Paris and revolves around a family's struggle for survival in the midst of a deadly airborne toxin.
The film is set in a near-future Paris where a series of earthquakes have ruptured the Earth's crust, releasing a toxic gas into the atmosphere. This gas envelops the city, making the air unbreathable. The protagonist, Mathieu, portrayed by Romain Duris, is separated from his wife, Anna, played by Olga Kurylenko, and their daughter, Sarah, played by Fantine Harduin. The family is trapped in their apartment, and as the air becomes increasingly toxic, they are forced to find a way to survive.
Desperate to save his daughter, Mathieu discovers that their apartment building might have a higher concentration of oxygen on the upper floors. He decides to venture into the deadly fog to reach higher ground, while Anna and Sarah remain in their apartment, struggling to survive.
The film follows their harrowing journey as they face various challenges, including dangerous gas clouds, collapsing buildings, and desperate survivors turned violent. As the family fights for their lives, they must also confront their deepest fears and reconcile their relationships.
"Just a Breath Away" combines elements of science fiction, disaster, and family drama, creating a tense and suspenseful atmosphere as the characters navigate the perilous environment.
