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Shame
A sex addict struggles to hide his habits from his equally troubled sister. With Michael Fassbender and Carey Mulligan.
Director: Steve McQueen
Overview
New York office worker Brandon's life revolves entirely around casual sex, porn and masturbation. When his troubled sister suddenly turns up to stay at his apartment the extent of Brandon's self-destructive addiction becomes disturbingly clear. Michael Fassbender reunites with director Steve McQueen (Hunger) in this compelling study of sexual obsession and alienation.
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