2013
7.9 (11473 votes)
2h 14m
Official Website
Genres
Drama
History
Production Companies
New Regency Pictures
Plan B Entertainment
River Road Entertainment
Regency Enterprises
Film4 Productions
Plan B Entertainment
River Road Entertainment
Regency Enterprises
Film4 Productions
12 Years a Slave
The extraordinary true story of Solomon Northup
Overview
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.
Key Crew
Director: Steve McQueen
Screenplay: John Ridley
Producer: Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, Brad Pitt, Anthony Katagas, Arnon Milchan, Bill Pohlad, Steve McQueen, Bianca Stigter
Director of Photography: Sean Bobbitt
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