Oscar-winning actor Cillian Murphy, along with co-stars Tracey Ullman and Jay Lycurgo, participated in a Q&A session for their upcoming film Steve on Wednesday, September 17. The event took place at BFI Southbank in London, where director Tim Mielants and screenwriter Max Porter were also present to discuss the project.
Storyline Highlights Challenges at a Reform School
Set in the mid-90s, Steve is a reimagining of Max Porter‘s Sunday Times bestseller Shy. The film follows a pivotal day in the life of headteacher Steve (Murphy) and his students at a last-chance reform school amidst a world that has forsaken them. As Steve fights to protect the school’s integrity and impending closure, we witness him grappling with his own mental health. In parallel to Steve’s struggles, we meet Shy (Lycurgo), a troubled teen caught between his past and what lies ahead as he tries to reconcile his inner fragility with his impulse for self-destruction and violence.
The narrative focuses on the intense dynamics between the headteacher and his students, painting a vivid portrait of both individual and institutional struggles.
Release Dates and Viewing Options for ‘Steve’ Announced
The film is scheduled to premiere in theaters on September 19 and will become available on Netflix starting October 3. Fans and viewers are encouraged to catch the movie during its initial theatrical run before it streams online.
Event Captures Behind-the-Scenes Moments
Photographs from the BFI Southbank event showcase the cast and crew engaging with attendees, offering fans a glimpse into the people behind the film and the collaborative effort involved in bringing Steve to the screen.
This latest project highlights Cillian Murphy’s continued dedication to complex, character-driven stories, while the film’s themes of resilience and mental health awareness reflect broader societal issues. The upcoming release offers an opportunity for audiences to explore these challenges through a focused narrative set in a troubled reform school environment.
