Steve Jobs

Universal Pictures | Release Date: October 9, 2015

7.0	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 521 Ratings

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joelgreenbergNov 1, 2015

I have seen a lot of Sorkin's work and, alas, this reinforces my growing impatience with his inability to create people who speak in different voices from each other. That, and the relentless walking that seems to be the action of this film -I have seen a lot of Sorkin's work and, alas, this reinforces my growing impatience with his inability to create people who speak in different voices from each other. That, and the relentless walking that seems to be the action of this film - a la West Wing and pretty much everything else he writes, made for an exhausting cinema experience - and not in a good way. I found the portrait of Jobs, about whom I know little, as uninteresting as it was unilluminating. Why people kept coming back to be abused by Jobs was disturbing - was everyone in his sphere so in awe and so helpless?… Expand

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leaveitNov 6, 2015

If you like people walking down halls, reciting lines that can only be delivered like in a high school play or a reading of Green Eggs and Ham even by the best actors, and passive-aggressive slam pieces about celebrity figures, go ahead andIf you like people walking down halls, reciting lines that can only be delivered like in a high school play or a reading of Green Eggs and Ham even by the best actors, and passive-aggressive slam pieces about celebrity figures, go ahead and see this and every Aaron Sorkin thing ever made. If you either didn't see Jobs or Steve Jobs: Man in the Machine or need to contribute more to overblowing this mildly intelligent, morally gray and overcredited computer engineer's popularity, just go for a Sunday matinee.

If this thing is even nominated for an Oscar I'm going to feel like eating my own head. So unoriginal, so overwrought (as another reviewer commented), such a throwaway subject. Should Sorkin do a movie about Kim Kardashian next because she is popular? What other scenarios can we have characters unrealistically spouting cringeworthy dialogue in fast foward that sounds like an English major put it through 10 drafts before the actor delivered it? Will Danny Boyle ever stop doing that slightly tilted camera shot? Will Jeff Daniels ever stop playing a guy in a suit in a boardroom? Answering these questions should be about as thought provoking as considering Steve Jobs's life.… Expand

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DemoraseDec 25, 2015

I didn't know much about Steve Jobs' personal life outside of his public persona and I still don't after watching this, which for a movie called "Steve Jobs" is a pretty big failure to me. There are so many flaws with the concept of theI didn't know much about Steve Jobs' personal life outside of his public persona and I still don't after watching this, which for a movie called "Steve Jobs" is a pretty big failure to me. There are so many flaws with the concept of the movie... First off, you basically have to have read his biography to understand what the heck is even going on which is a lot to ask from the viewer, secondly it's not even interesting it's the same 40 minute scene repeated 3 times with little variation. No character development, no story, no nothing, just people pissed at that one guy that's it. Even Fassbender's performance which received massive praise is nothing special if you've seen him in other movies, he's a very charismatic actor but it's not like he's stretching his range by any mean here it's the same thing he always does, there's no point in the movie where you think "this is Steve Jobs".… Expand

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LamontRaymondOct 13, 2015

The first "event" movie of 2015 that I feel has been terribly overrated. It's got a few powerful moments, but as one of the critics noted, it feels like a bunch of product launches strung together, and it lacks that spark of magic that madeThe first "event" movie of 2015 that I feel has been terribly overrated. It's got a few powerful moments, but as one of the critics noted, it feels like a bunch of product launches strung together, and it lacks that spark of magic that made The Social Network so special. I will say that Kate Winslett is phenomenal in the film. I think Sorkin is MUCH better with TV.… Expand

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The3AcademySinsNov 2, 2019

I am a big Aaron Sorkin fan, but Steve Jobs is probably the worst thing he has ever done. The story is so strangely cliche, it's over melodramatic, and the dramatic payoff is somehow simultaneously unbelievable and a huge let down. MichaelI am a big Aaron Sorkin fan, but Steve Jobs is probably the worst thing he has ever done. The story is so strangely cliche, it's over melodramatic, and the dramatic payoff is somehow simultaneously unbelievable and a huge let down. Michael Fassbender gives an okay performance, but he makes Steve Jobs come off as a gigantic, passionless jerk for no reason. This movie is too boring, too long, too predictable, and has entirely too much scenery chewing that tries to disguise itself as dramatic action. The movie is produced competently, but it's completely unremarkable.… Expand

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csw12Dec 24, 2015

An overacted, over dramatic mess for the most part. Aside from a few good scenes, the entire movie felt like an argument that never stopped. The acting is solid and music helped at times but overall an average biopic at best.

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WhySoSerious54Oct 26, 2015

A solid movie showing us the true Jobs. A Self loathing man who cares nothing for his family including his daughter who he removed from his life. A man who obsessed more for his vision than understand how to treat his employees. Jobs was aA solid movie showing us the true Jobs. A Self loathing man who cares nothing for his family including his daughter who he removed from his life. A man who obsessed more for his vision than understand how to treat his employees. Jobs was a marketing giant who treated his employees as bad as his family. Remember, this is a man who even after a court decided it was his daughter after numerous DNA tests decided to character assassinate his ex girlfriend in order to prove that wasn't his daughter. Who he ended up ditching for half her life until he gave her $20 million to keep his name and hired a great PR team. Don't be fooled by this media loving BS Jobs was a horrible human being.… Expand

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AleksWloNov 27, 2015

Interesting production. Very nice shots, good acting (especially incredible Fassbender), interesting form of editing but... that was not enough. The plot is cut in entertaining but it was focused only on character and personalities. I think iInteresting production. Very nice shots, good acting (especially incredible Fassbender), interesting form of editing but... that was not enough. The plot is cut in entertaining but it was focused only on character and personalities. I think i just needed something deeper.… Expand

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foxgroveNov 15, 2015

Set backstage at the time of three different product launches in as many years: -1984; 1988 and 1998, this overly literate take concerning events in the life of the iconic Steve Jobs suffers from a screenplay that seems too pleased withSet backstage at the time of three different product launches in as many years: -1984; 1988 and 1998, this overly literate take concerning events in the life of the iconic Steve Jobs suffers from a screenplay that seems too pleased with itself by half. Divided into three acts, encompassing each year stated, the film feels theatrical in its presentation right down to the fact that most of it does actually take place on, or around, a stage. After a while all the talk begins to feel like reading a book that lacks punctuation. For the first two acts the more it plays, the more it pays in diminishing returns. This is due to the constant and rapid verbosity which, because the corporate musings don’t always seem clear, has the unfortunate effect of causing one to tune in and out as the interest wanes. Things improve decidedly in act three. Here director, writer and actors find synergy in three stand out scenes, where some humanity comes to the fore after having been noticeably absent in acts 1 and 2. As if the film is aware that it is a talk fest we are also often treated to scenes of the actors walking (and talking) down corridors.
If I have some issues with the script, which is also at times brilliant, there are no such reservations with the actors. Having appeared in two films this year (Macbeth is the other) in which his performance has been better than the movie itself, Michael Fassbender is a knockout. It matters not a jot that he doesn’t look like the real person, as his chameleon like ability to get under the skin of a character stands him in good stead. It is the essence he brings to the part that one feels. Kate Winslet is also fantastic in a larger role than anticipated. She appears de-glammed, human and without any affectations of a star. She is again wonderful.
If ever a film could be considered mixed in its achievement it is this one. Disappointing it may well be, but by the end it does sort of win you over.… Expand

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oDjentoDec 4, 2015

Steve Jobs is a far superior attempt than Ashton Kutchers rendition of the man, but is still not that powerful a movie.
First of the pros. Michael Fassbender completely embodies Jobs, showing what an incredible actor he is and proving he canSteve Jobs is a far superior attempt than Ashton Kutchers rendition of the man, but is still not that powerful a movie.
First of the pros. Michael Fassbender completely embodies Jobs, showing what an incredible actor he is and proving he can emulate anyone. Supporting cast is also incredibly good as well, with Seth Rogen giving a surprisingly good performance. One scene between Rogen and Fassbender – that of which takes place in an Orchestra pit – is an incredible piece of confrontation that encapsulated me.
However, the films set up is what bores. The film takes place in 3 different buildings during 3 of Jobs’ biggest commercial releases. The first one has you hooked on believing you are watching a great movie, with incredible dialogue and last moving scenes that really build up on what Jobs was like. However, after act one has ended the next 2 acts carry out in exactly the same fashion, with a mainly disappointing and boring effect. You feel like you’re watching the same scene over again.
Also, some of Danny Boyle’s directing choices were so odd and out of places, with at times bringing in CSI inspired miniature flashback/realisations that felt completely out of place with the rest of the film. Some of his choices really bewildered me.
Overall, the film starts of well but grinds itself down into tedium. Fassbender remains incredible throughout however, and supporting cast add greatly (although I must admit I found Winslet a little underwhelming, she more just always seemed to be there) to the film but you can’t help on the fact Danny Boyle picked a repetitive view point on Jobs’ life.
Excellent performances, odd choice of direction. Script is good, but also exceedingly repetitive.
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Trev29Jan 24, 2016

There is the making of a great movie here, but the story just isn't that interesting. I'm bored of the story of Steve Jobs. Yes, the acting is good, but it doesn't leave much of an impression.

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LongshotsOct 22, 2016

A ton of build up and drama x3.

its like watching the preparal for a heist then not seeing the heist. 3 times.

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fearti2Nov 21, 2017

First, I have to mention about accomplished acting of Michael Fassbender and Seth Rogen who is usually known for his roles in comedy movies. I can say that the movie couldn't live up to my expectations. It would be more appropriate if theFirst, I have to mention about accomplished acting of Michael Fassbender and Seth Rogen who is usually known for his roles in comedy movies. I can say that the movie couldn't live up to my expectations. It would be more appropriate if the name of the movie was "Steve Jobs: Macintosh and Lisa" for the sake of meeting the viewers' expectations. Because, his marriage, relationship with Pixar, his illness and many important subjects were not mentioned in the movie.… Expand

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CLeCromOct 14, 2020

On my MacBook, of course. All the film in the keynotes, the good idea, but soothing exchanges that end up annoying. What about the iPhone?

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