---
title: "The Air I Breathe"
year: 2007
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-air-i-breathe-2007"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 13641
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 95
community_rating: 6.3
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Air I Breathe (2007) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-air-i-breathe-2007

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Air I Breathe is a film first released in 2007. Catalogued under Drama, Thriller, Crime. Produced and broadcast by NALA Films, Paul Schiff Productions. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Four strangers' lives collide as love, grief, joy, and passion drive a deadly gamble."

### Why Watch
- Strong ensemble featuring Kevin Bacon, Forest Whitaker, and others
- Interconnected narratives explore love, grief, joy, and passion
- Atmospheric blend of drama, thriller, and crime elements

### Caveats & Content Note
- Complex structure may feel fragmented
- Gritty tone may not suit all viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film’s gritty, emotionally intense content makes it suited for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: dark, interwoven, intense

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/the-air-i-breathe-2007#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jieho Lee
- **Networks / Studios**: NALA Films, Paul Schiff Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Brendan Fraser** as *Pleasure*
- **Andy Garcia** as *Fingers*
- **Kevin Bacon** as *Love*
- **Sarah Michelle Gellar** as *Sorrow*
- **Clark Gregg** as *Henry*
- **Emile Hirsch** as *Tony*
- **Forest Whitaker** as *Happiness*
- **Kelly Hu** as *Jiyoung*
- **Evan Parke** as *Danny*
- **Taylor Nichols** as *Sorrow's Father*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What genres describe the film?
It is classified as drama, thriller, and crime.

### Q: Who stars in the movie?
The cast includes Kevin Bacon, Julie Delpy, Brendan Fraser, Andy Garcia, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Emile Hirsch, and Forest Whitaker.

### Q: How long is the runtime?
The film runs about 1 hour and 35 minutes.

### Q: Does the story focus on a single protagonist?
No, it follows four interconnected characters rather than one central lead.

### Q: What emotional themes are explored?
The narrative centers on the pillars of joy, passion, grief, and love.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Air I Breathe — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/13641)
- [The Air I Breathe - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Air_I_Breathe)
- [Air - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia](https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Air)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*