
Shame

A compelling and timely examination of the nature of need, how we live our lives and the experiences that shape us.
- 2011
- Rated NC-17
- 1h 42m
- Drama
Overview
Brandon, a thirty-something man living in New York, eludes intimacy with women but feeds his deepest desires with a compulsive addiction to sex. When his younger sister temporarily moves into his apartment, stirring up bitter memories of their shared painful past, Brandon's life, like his fragile mind, gets out of control.
Fun facts
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Awards
Won the European Film Awards for Best Cinematographer and Best Editor (2012)
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Nominations
4 award nominations, including the European Film Award for Best Film (2012)
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Box office
Grossed $20.4M worldwide, about 3.1 times its $6.5M budget
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Filming locations
Filmed in New York City
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Setting
Set in Manhattan
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Music
Music by Harry Escott
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Cinematography
Cinematography by Sean Bobbitt
Details
- Director
- Writers
- Abi MorganScreenplay
- Steve McQueenScreenplay
- Status
- Released
- Release date
- October 2, 2011
- Original language
- English
- Budget
- $6.5M
- Revenue
- $20.4M
- Countries
- Canada, United Kingdom
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In the United States
No subscription or free streaming listed. It can be rented or bought.
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