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.
Read moreIn 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.
Industry: Hollywood
Type: Movie
Country: United States
Release Date: October 18, 2013
Runtime: 2h 14m
Certification: R
Director: Steve McQueen
Producers: Brad Pitt, Arnon Milchan, Dede Gardner, Bill Pohlad, Anthony Katagas, Steve McQueen, Jeremy Kleiner, Bianca Stigter
Cast: Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender, Lupita Nyong'o, Benedict Cumberbatch, Paul Dano, Sarah Paulson, Adepero Oduye
Genres: Drama, History