‘Shame’ Featurette with Michael Fassbender

Michael Fassbender had a terrific 2011, with starring roles in four vastly different films serving to prove just how talented he is and just how capable he is at handling any role. Fassbender completely disappears into his characters, whether it’s playing an angry mutant in X-Men: First Class or a sex addict in Shame, Fassbender totally embraces any and all genres and character types.

In this new featurette from Shame, Fox Searchlight showcases Fassbender’s work while the actor talks about his character, Brandon, from this NC-17 adult drama.

Carey Mulligan and Michael Fassbender in 'Shame'
Carey Mulligan and Michael Fassbender in ‘Shame’ – Fox Searchlight

The Plot:

Brandon (Michael Fassbender) is a 30-something man living in New York who is unable to manage his sex life. After his wayward younger sister (Carey Mulligan) moves into his apartment, Brandon’s world spirals out of control. From BAFTA award-winning director Steve McQueen (Hunger), Shame is a compelling and timely examination of the nature of need, how we live our lives and the experiences that shape us.