Shame movie poster

Shame

October 2, 2011 1h 42m 6.9/10 (3,330 votes)

Originally released in 2011. Shame is a drama film. directed by Steve McQueen.

Starring Michael Fassbender, Carey Mulligan, and James Badge Dale

Synopsis

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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 2, 2011 14 years ago
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Runtime 1h 42m 102 minutes total
User Rating 6.9/10 Good (3,330 votes)
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Budget $6.5M Production budget
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Box Office $3.9M 0.6x return
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Language English Original language
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Country Canada + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$6,500,000
Revenue
$3,909,002

Production Companies

  • HanWay Films
  • See-Saw Films
  • Lipsync Productions
  • Alliance Films
  • Film4 Productions
  • UK Film Council

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shame about?

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 a...

Who directed Shame?

Shame was directed by Steve McQueen.

How long is Shame?

Shame has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).

When was Shame released?

Shame was released on October 2, 2011 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Shame?

The main cast of Shame includes Michael Fassbender, Carey Mulligan, James Badge Dale, Nicole Beharie, Lucy Walters.

Is Shame worth watching?

Shame has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 3,330 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.