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Steve Jobs 2015

As anticipation builds for the launch of the Macintosh, Steve Jobs must navigate personal turmoil with ex-girlfriend Chrisann Brennan and their daughter Lisa, while also confronting the consequences of being fired from Apple. Ten years later, Jobs returns to the company he co-founded, poised to revolutionize technology once more with the game-changing iMac.

As anticipation builds for the launch of the Macintosh, Steve Jobs must navigate personal turmoil with ex-girlfriend Chrisann Brennan and their daughter Lisa, while also confronting the consequences of being fired from Apple. Ten years later, Jobs returns to the company he co-founded, poised to revolutionize technology once more with the game-changing iMac.

Does Steve Jobs have end credit scenes?

No!

Steve Jobs does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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Ratings and Reviews for Steve Jobs

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Metacritic

82

Metascore

7.1

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IMDb

7.2 /10

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TMDB

68

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Letterboxd

3.6

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Awards & Nominations for Steve Jobs

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88th Academy Awards 2016

Michael Fassbender
Nomination

Actor in a Leading Role

Michael Fassbender
Kate Winslet
Nomination

Actress in a Supporting Role

Kate Winslet

69th British Academy Film Awards 2016

Michael Fassbender
Nomination

Best Actor in a Leading Role

Michael Fassbender
Kate Winslet
Win

Best Actress in a Supporting Role

Kate Winslet
Nomination

Best Adapted Screenplay

21st Critics' Choice Awards 2016

Michael Fassbender
Nomination

Best Actor

Michael Fassbender
Kate Winslet
Nomination

Best Supporting Actress

Kate Winslet
Aaron Sorkin
Nomination

Best Adapted Screenplay

Aaron Sorkin

22nd Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards 2016

Michael Fassbender
Nomination

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role

Michael Fassbender
Kate Winslet
Nomination

Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role

Kate Winslet

73rd Golden Globe Awards 2016

Michael Fassbender
Nomination

Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama

Michael Fassbender
Kate Winslet
Win

Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama, Musical or Comedy

Kate Winslet
Aaron Sorkin
Nomination

Best Screenplay

Aaron Sorkin
Nomination

Best Original Score

Full Plot Summary and Ending Explained for Steve Jobs

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The film begins with an engaging montage featuring Arthur C. Clarke discussing the significance of personal computers in our future. It’s 1984, Cupertino, California, where Steve Jobs (Michael Fassbender), his dedicated assistant Joanna Hoffman (Kate Winslet), and Andy Hertzfeld try to troubleshoot the Macintosh computer moments before its highly anticipated launch. The atmosphere buzzes with tension as they frantically work in a performing arts center, desperate to ensure that the Macintosh will greet its audience with a friendly ‘hello’.

With the clock ticking down, Joanna suggests omitting the voice feature from the demo, but Steve adamantly insists it must be included, fearing that its success hinges on this very moment. He frantically instructs Andy to rectify the issue, expressing frustration when confronted by the limitations of their tools. Joanna, aware of the media presence, including Joel Pforzheimer from GQ, emphasizes the need for discretion, urging them not to discuss the computer’s difficulties aloud. She highlights the stakes—Steve’s ambition to sell a million units in three months. Their exchange reveals cracks in Steve’s drive, reflecting both his brilliance and chaotic nature.

As tensions rise, Joanna leads in some comic relief with the revelation of Steve’s daughter Lisa. Their strained family dynamic is spotlighted when Chrisann, Lisa’s mother, confronts Steve about his responsibilities, arguing that he casts shadows over their now meager life after his rift with Apple. Despite her insistence on their connection, insinuations about paternity tests and financial obligations lead to further friction. While tension permeates backstage, the young Lisa expresses curiosity about her father, connecting dots that reveal just how much their relationship is strained.

Intertwined in the narrative is Steve Wozniak (Seth Rogen), whose awkwardness adds levity to this high-stakes environment. Their discussions about the launch highlight Steve’s singular focus on the Macintosh while dismissing the contributions of others. A sense of rivalry, paternal concern, and a desperate need for validation are woven throughout these interactions.

As the scene shifts forward to 1988, Steve is introduced to NeXT, where he remains fixated on perfectionism, distancing himself emotionally from those around him, particularly from Joanna. Dialogues echo past grievances, showcasing Steve’s unyielding nature and his obsession with aesthetics. Joanna’s challenges against Steve’s skewed perceptions lead to an underlying tension between them, culminating in reflective discussions that reveal more to Steve than he wishes to acknowledge.

In a fluid transition through the film, we witness the pressures of sales, innovation, and personal redemption, building towards Steve’s poignant realization about his family and authentic connections. The audience is drawn into a compelling conclusion when Steve finally embraces his unique narrative of innovation and grapples with his personal history.

In the denouement, as the iMac comes to life, Steve shifts from a self-centered innovator to a more deeply layered man, reconnecting with Lisa on a heartfelt level. The warmth that emerges from this connection contrasts sharply with the earlier complexities of his relationships. Closing echoes emphasize “I want to live with you”, revealing how his journey encompasses more than just groundbreaking technology—it’s also about familial reconnections and personal growth.

In a reflective moment set against Bob Dylan’s “Shelter from the Storm,” Steve steps back to envision a future filled with promise, forgetting the pressure of the public eye and cherishing the intimate moments with his daughter. The movie concludes not with a triumphant technology launch but rather with a transformative personal victory, signifying that the greatest creation might just be the relationships built along the way.

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Cars Featured in Steve Jobs

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AMC

1979

Pacer

BMW

1989

325 E30

Ford

1968

Country Squire

Honda

1999

Civic

Volkswagen

1971

Super Beetle Typ 1

Volvo

1965

122 S

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