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12 Years a Slave

2013 2h 14m ★ 7.9/10 TMDB
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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
Written by
John Ridley
Production
United Kingdom, United States of America
Release date
2013-10-18

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