A sex addict's cautiously refined private life falls apart after his sister arrives for an indefinite stay. Starring michael fassbender and carey mulligan. Official trailer brandon is a 30 something man living happily in new york, harmonising a demanding job and energetic social life. When the disobedient sissy shows up at his apartment unexpectedly, brandon’s cautiously managed routine springs out of control. From award winning director steve mcqueen shame is a captivating and opportune investigation of the nature of necessity, how we live our lives and the practises that shape us.