Shame (2011)

7.2NC-17100 minDirector: Steve McQueen

2011 film by Steve McQueen

Shame is a 2011 British erotic psychological drama film, set in New York, directed by Steve McQueen, co-written by McQueen and Abi Morgan, and starring Michael Fassbender and Carey Mulligan as grown siblings. It was co-produced by Film4 and See-Saw Films. The film's explicit scenes reflecting the protagonist's sexual addiction resulted in a rating of NC-17 in the United States. Shame was released in the United Kingdom on 13 January 2012. It received generally positive reviews, with praise for its director, Fassbender's and Mulligan's performances, and realistic depiction of sexual addiction.

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What is Shame about?
Shame (2011) — Brandon is a 30-something man living in New York who is unable to manage his sex life. After his wayward younger sister moves into his apartment, Brandon's world spirals out of control. Shame examines the nature of need, how we live our lives and the experiences that shape us.
Is Shame based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is Shame scary?
Content rating: NC-17. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.
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