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From Page to Screen: Cillian Murphy and ‘Steve’ Cast & Crew on Mental Health and Adapting Max Porter’s Novel – INTERVIEW

From Page to Screen: Cillian Murphy and ‘Steve’ Cast & Crew on Mental Health and Adapting Max Porter’s Novel – INTERVIEW

Summary

Cillian Murphy stars in a new film called "Steve," directed by Tim Mielants and based on Max Porter's novella "Shy." The movie explores themes of mental health and the education system, focusing on Murphy's character, a headteacher facing challenges. The film is a collaboration between Murphy and Porter, who worked closely to adapt the novella into a screenplay.

Key Facts

  • Cillian Murphy stars as a frustrated headteacher in the film "Steve."
  • The movie is based on Max Porter's novella "Shy."
  • Tim Mielants directed the film; he also worked with Murphy on "Peaky Blinders."
  • "Steve" explores mental health and the challenges within the education system.
  • Murphy felt the novella was initially difficult to adapt into a film.
  • The movie dives into personal struggles and social responsibilities.
  • Max Porter and Cillian Murphy collaborated closely on the project.

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