1500 Steps
"Life is a race"
Originally released in 2014. 1500 Steps is a drama film. directed by Josh Reid.
Starring Alex Fechine, Laura Jane Benson, and Jack Matthews
Synopsis
1500 Steps is a transforming journey towards self-belief and brilliance. A cross between Chariots of Fire and The Karate Kid, this high school drama is set in the beautiful, Sydney, beach suburb of Cronulla. Jonas "Jobe" O'Brien, a homely, sixteen year old boy, lives in a struggling single parent family. His mother dead, his father is an alcoholic, who was once a champion runner. Jobe, a misfit and loner, has inherited his father's athletic ability and love for running. After a fatal mistake at a party, Jobe seeks revenge against the perpetrator, as an emotion and power wells within him that he has never experienced before. A retired ex-Olympian, Harry White, sets about mentoring his athletic ability when by chance he sees Jobe run. It is now up to Harry White to encourage Jobe to dig deep and decide what type of man he wants to become.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 12, 2014
11 years ago
Runtime
1h 38m
98 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Australia
Production
Director
Top Cast
Alex Fechine
as Jonas O'Brien
Laura Jane Benson
as Grace Glorious
Jack Matthews
as Damon Dundas
Lianne Mackessy
as Rebecca Dundas
Adam Dear
as Samuel Mcloughlin
Dave Proust
as Neil O'Brien
Keith Thomas
as Harry White
Richard Carwin
as Tony Walker
Colin Defries
as Principal Benjamin Rigg
Rupa Poria
as Ibrahim Dib
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Earl Street Pictures
- Little Biddy Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1500 Steps about?
1500 Steps is a transforming journey towards self-belief and brilliance. A cross between Chariots of Fire and The Karate Kid, this high school drama is set in the beautiful, Sydney, beach suburb of...
Who directed 1500 Steps?
1500 Steps was directed by Josh Reid.
How long is 1500 Steps?
1500 Steps has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was 1500 Steps released?
1500 Steps was released on November 12, 2014 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in 1500 Steps?
The main cast of 1500 Steps includes Alex Fechine, Laura Jane Benson, Jack Matthews, Lianne Mackessy, Adam Dear.