This research aims to identify the forms of the internal conflict of the main character of the cinematographic work «Respire». The object of this research is the internal conflict experienced by the main character in the film «Respire», directed by Mélanie Laurent in 2014. The research method is descriptive-qualitative. The collection of data is done by the method of watching the film, the note taking as well as the bibliographic study. The data obtained are analysed using humanist theory on motivation and personality. The result of this research shows that the inner conflict of the main character is caused by dissatisfaction with the need for security, need for love and belonging as well as dissatisfaction with the need for self-esteem which give the psychological effects as the neurotic need.