Modesty and Shame (1995)

Modesty and Shame (1995)

A self portrayal and intimate last look into the life of the famed French writer and photographer Hervé Guibert's grappling life. 1995-12-12 Italy, France 62 Min. PG-13
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Overview

Famed French artist, photographer, writer and actor Hervé Guibert riveting self-portrayal of his last months and journies living with AIDS. Hervé is seen here in this film with his Panasonic video camera documenting his life. The scenes are shot from June 1990 through March 1991 in Paris France and a respite on the island of Elba. The film was first shown on TF1 (French Television 1) on January 20th, 1992, shortly after his death on December 27th, 1991. The film portrays a very personal look into the human condition.

Cast

Suzanne is La grand-tante
La grand-tante
Louise is La grand-tante
La grand-tante
Claudine is Le médecin
Le médecin
Jean is Le masseur
Le masseur
Geneviève is L'infirmière
L'infirmière
Rosine is La dame de la lettre
La dame de la lettre
Thierry is L'ami
L'ami
Christine is L'amie
L'amie