Michael Fassbender Talks Вђ˜shameвђ™ Full Frontal &... — Fast

He studied how addicts maintain a polished exterior while their private lives crumble.

He used his body to convey a sense of being "trapped" within himself. He studied how addicts maintain a polished exterior

Michael Fassbender’s performance in the 2011 film Shame remains one of the most talked-about portrayals of addiction in modern cinema. Directed by Steve McQueen, the film follows Brandon, a successful New Yorker spiraling under the weight of a severe sex addiction. 🎥 The Artistic Choice the film follows Brandon

He viewed the nudity as a way to show the character's vulnerability. He studied how addicts maintain a polished exterior

Fassbender credits his close shorthand with McQueen for allowing him to push such intense emotional boundaries. ⚖️ Dealing with the "Shock" Factor