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12 Years a Slave (2013)

2h 14m · 18 Oct 2013

The extraordinary true story of Solomon Northup.

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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.

Movie ID37818
GenreDrama, History
DirectorSteve McQueen
Main castChiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender, Lupita Nyong'o, Benedict Cumberbatch, Paul Dano, Sarah Paulson, Adepero Oduye, Scoot McNairy
Release date18 October 2013
Release year2013
LanguageEnglish
Duration134 min (2h 14m)
Rating7.9 / 10 (TMDB)
Production houseNew Regency Pictures

Director: Steve McQueen
Writers: John Ridley

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