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12 Years a Slave

2013·2h 14m·R·Drama·History
Cinova Score
7.6
132 ratings
Critic Score
7.9
out of 10
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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.

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Cinova Score
7.6
132 ratings
Critic Score
7.9
out of 10
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#117
Drama
#8
Movies of 2013
#259
All Time

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DirectorSteve McQueen
WriterJohn Ridley
Release dateOctober 18, 2013
Runtime2h 14m
Budget$20M
Box office$187M
LanguageEnglish

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What is 12 Years a Slave about?

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...

Who directed 12 Years a Slave?

12 Years a Slave was directed by Steve McQueen and released in 2013. It stars Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender and Lupita Nyong'o.

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