12 Years a Slave (film)
"12 Years a Slave" is a historical drama film based on the 1853 autobiography of Solomon Northup, a free African-American man who was kidnapped and sold into slavery in the mid-19th century. Directed by Steve McQueen and starring Chiwetel Ejiofor as Northup, the film follows his harrowing journey as he is subjected to inhumane treatment and forced labor on plantations in Louisiana.
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Directed by Steve McQueen and starring Chiwetel Ejiofor as Northup, the film follows his harrowing journey as he is subjected to inhumane treatment and forced labor on plantations in Louisiana. Released in 2013, the film received critical acclaim for its powerful storytelling, remarkable performances, and unflinching portrayal of slavery. It won numerous awards, including the Academy Award for Best Picture, and played a significant role in raising awareness about the atrocities of slavery.