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'Steve' And Giving When You're Already On Empty

October 15, 2025 • Ryan Vanderhei, Joe Parente & Heidi Roodvoets • Season 5 • Episode 8

In this episode we give our movie review of the 2025 hidden gem 'Steve' out now on Netflix. The film stars an extraordinary cast led by Cillian Murphy, Jay Lycurgo, Simbi Ajikawo, and Emily Watson. It is based on the 2023 novella written by author Max Porter. It is a heartwarming story about love, passion, commitment, mental health, and so much more. We break down the film's cinematography, production design, performances, music, and storytelling. And we round out our discussion by breaking down the theme of giving when you're on empty and how it is expressed in the film.