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Steve's Struggles: Cillian Murphy Shines in TIFF Premier

10/5/2025

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Story summary

Cillian Murphy stars as Steve, a headteacher battling demons and funding threats.
Set in a 1990s reform school in England.
Jay Lycurgo plays Shy, a troubled teen reflecting Steve's struggles.
Premiered at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) and released on Netflix on October 3, 2025; critics cite Murphy's performance as "heartbreaking" and "humble," boosting the film's emotional depth.

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Story summary

Cillian Murphy stars as Steve, a headteacher battling demons and funding threats.
Set in a 1990s reform school in England.
Jay Lycurgo plays Shy, a troubled teen reflecting Steve's struggles.
Premiered at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) and released on Netflix on October 3, 2025; critics cite Murphy's performance as "heartbreaking" and "humble," boosting the film's emotional depth.