The Breath is a Turkish war drama that explores the psychological effects of combat and loss on soldiers. The film follows a major who is struggling to come to terms with the deaths of two men under his command in a battle with PKK militants. He arrives at a remote military station in eastern Turkey and takes charge, determined to prevent any further losses.
As he tries to motivate his soldiers, the major's own state of depression takes a toll on him, and he resorts to intimidating tactics to push his men harder. The tension within the unit is further heightened by the presence of a captured PKK militant known as the 'Doctor', who is held in a makeshift cell at the base.
Through a series of flashbacks and intense conversations, the major and the Doctor engage in a battle of ideologies, with the former trying to understand the motivations behind the PKK's actions, and the latter challenging the major's role in the conflict. As the major's mental state deteriorates, he becomes increasingly obsessed with his mission to defeat the militants, putting himself and his men at risk.
The Breath is a thought-provoking film that examines the human cost of war and the toll it takes on soldiers, both physically and mentally. It is a powerful commentary on the ongoing conflict between Turkey and the PKK, and the complexities of the issues at the heart of the conflict.