12 Years a Slave (2013)
R 08 Nov 2013 • Biography, Drama, History • 2h 14m
Based on an incredible true story of one man's fight for survival and freedom. 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 personified by a malevolent slave owner, 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.
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Language:
English
Awards:
Won 3 Oscars. 244 wins & 337 nominations total
Country:
United Kingdom, United States
Metacritic Score:
96
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Box Office Total:
$56,671,993