12 Feet Deep (2017)
12 Feet Deep (2017) is a gripping psychological thriller that turns an ordinary swimming pool into a nightmarish trap. The story follows estranged sisters Bree and Jonna, who decide to spend time together at a public swimming pool. As the pool closes for the night, a series of mishaps leads to the sisters becoming trapped beneath its heavy, motorized fiberglass cover.
With no way to escape and their cries for help unheard, the sisters are forced to confront not only their dire situation but also the emotional baggage and unresolved tensions between them. The confined space amplifies their fears as their oxygen runs low, and the freezing water threatens their survival.
As desperation sets in, the sisters must work together to outwit the elements and fight against their growing panic.
The tension escalates further when they discover that the pool’s janitor, an opportunistic woman with her own troubled past, knows about their predicament but chooses to exploit the situation for her own gain. This adds a sinister layer of psychological warfare, as the sisters are left to fend for themselves while grappling with feelings of betrayal and hopelessness.
12 Feet Deep explores themes of survival, familial bonds, and resilience under pressure. With its minimalistic setting and intense focus on character dynamics, the film delivers a taut, claustrophobic experience that keeps viewers on edge, questioning how far the human spirit can be pushed when faced with seemingly insurmountable odds.
