2013R· 134 min
12 Years a Slave
The extraordinary true story of Solomon Northup.
Drama
7.9 / 10TMDB Score
Summary
In the pre-Civil War United States, Solomon Northup, a free black man from upstate New York, is abducted and sold into slavery. Facing cruelty as well as unexpected kindnesses Solomon struggles not only to stay alive, but to retain his dignity. In the twelfth year of his unforgettable odyssey, Solomon’s chance meeting with a Canadian abolitionist will forever alter his life.
Director: Steve McQueen
Cast: Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender, Lupita Nyong'o, Benedict Cumberbatch, Paul Dano
Tags
19th century2014abolitionistabrupt endingabuse of powerAcademy award winningAmerican Civil Waramerican historyAmerican history Antebellum South
