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12 Years a Slave

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.
Released: Oct 18, 2013 Genre: Drama HistoryCasts: Chiwetel Ejiofor Michael Fassbender Lupita Nyong'o Benedict Cumberbatch Paul Dano Sarah Paulson Adepero Oduye Scoot McNairyDirectors: Steve McQueenDuration: 2h 14m Rating: 7.9 Country: United States of America, United Kingdom Production: New Regency Pictures, Plan B Entertainment, River Road Entertainment, Regency Enterprises, Film4 Productions
The extraordinary true story of Solomon Northup