"What am I looking for in this cave? I never felt like I fitted in, but the moment I put my head underwater it was like a refuge for me." Dogwoof & Madman Films has revealed the official trailer for a documentary film titled Deeper, a fascinating profile of a unique individual. The film, from acclaimed director Jennifer Peedom (of the outstanding docs Sherpa, Mountain, River), follows the famous cave diver Richard Harris aka Harry Harris. It's set after Harris was involved in the infamous Thai cave rescue in 2018 as one of the key divers during that remarkably tricky rescue. Years later after global fame from that rescue, Harris risks all diving New Zealand's potentially deepest cave system as part of an exploration mission. As he pushes limits underground with limited air, he questions his motivations and impact on loved ones. This follows him and his team diving into what is known as "The Pearse Resurgence" (more info here), a network of underwater caves that might end up being the deepest cave dive in human history so far. This looks chilling but also quite stirring and invigorating, a look at just how deep some people go pursuing their passions.
In a remote part of New Zealand lies a cold, dark and mysterious cave system with the potential to be the deepest dived cave in the world - called The Pearse Resurgence. It's here that explorer and hero of the Thai cave rescue Richard "Harry" Harris is searching for a sense of self. There's no question that this is the highest stakes dive he has ever attempted. Underground, underwater, with a finite amount of gas to breathe, it's a dangerous game to play. So what drives Harry to continue in his pursuit when he knows the cost - not just to himself, but to those he loves - and will he make it back to them? Deeper is directed by award-winning Australian filmmaker Jennifer Peedom, director of the acclaimed doc films Solo, Miracle on Everest, Sherpa, Mountain, River, and Inner Portrait previously, as well as the upcoming Tenzing movie about climbing Mt. Everest. It's produced by Blayke Hoffman, Paul Ryan, Jennifer Peedom. This initially premiered at the 2025 SXSW Film Festival earlier this year. Dogwoof has already released Peedom's Deeper doc direct-to-VOD in the UK - it's out now. But still no US release is set yet. Who's interested in watching?