
Modesty and Shame
Original title: La pudeur ou l'impudeur
“A self portrayal and intimate last look into the life of the famed French writer and photographer Hervé Guibert's grappling life.”
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.
Top-billed cast
- GGeneviève
- RRosine
- JJean
- SSuzanne
- LLouise
- HHervé Guibert
- TThierry
- CChristine
- CClaudine
Crew
- Director
- Hervé Guibert
- Writers
- Hervé Guibert, Pascale Breugnot
- Producer
- Pascale Breugnot
- Production
- TF1, Banco Production
Frequently asked questions
What is Modesty and Shame rated?
Modesty and Shame has an audience rating of 4.4 out of 10 from 5 votes.
Who directed Modesty and Shame?
Modesty and Shame was directed by Hervé Guibert.
When was Modesty and Shame released?
Modesty and Shame was released in 1995.












