The Unexpectedly Challenging, Yet Rewarding Life of Keanu Reeves

Keanu Reeves’s acting path took an unexpected turn, catapulting him into action movie fame, especially after the success of ‘Speed’ in 1994, despite a modest start with ‘Point Break’ in 1991.

Contrary to his iconic status now, Keanu initially had little love for action roles. Director Jan de Bont recalls Reeves’s aversion to stunts and the genre, highlighting his initial fear and reluctance.