description Shame Overview
Shame is a 2011 psychological drama set in New York City, starring Michael Fassbender and Carey Mulligan as grown siblings struggling with addiction. Directed by Steve McQueen and co-written by him and Abi Morgan, the film’s explicit scenes led to an NC-17 rating. It was released in the UK on January 13, 2012, receiving positive reviews for its performances and depiction of sexual addiction.
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info Shame Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 2011 |
help Shame FAQ
What addiction is Brandon struggling with in Shame?
Brandon, played by Michael Fassbender, lives with compulsive sexual behavior that increasingly disrupts his work and relationships. The arrival of his sister Sissy, played by Carey Mulligan, exposes how fragile his controlled New York routine really is.
Why did Shame receive an NC-17 rating?
The MPAA assigned the film an NC-17 rating for explicit sexual content. Director Steve McQueen and distributor Fox Searchlight released it in the United States without cutting it down to an R rating.
Are Brandon and Sissy's childhood experiences explained?
No, the film deliberately withholds a detailed account of what happened to the siblings when they were young. Sissy's statement that they are "not bad people" but come from a bad place is the clearest indication of shared trauma.
Is Shame connected to Steve McQueen's other Michael Fassbender films?
It is not narratively connected, but Shame was the second feature collaboration between McQueen and Fassbender after Hunger. They worked together again on 12 Years a Slave, released in 2013.
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