Quick Info
- Year
- 2013
- Director
- Steve McQueen
- Duration
- 134 min
- Language
- EN
- Country
- GB
- Budget
- $20M
- Box Office
- $187M
External Ratings
IMDb7.9
🍅 Rotten Tomatoes79%
📺 Where to Watch
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12 Years a Slave
Our Rating
8/10
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8.1/10
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7.7/10
7.5/10
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.
Rating Breakdown
Story
8
Acting
8.1
Direction
7.9
Cinematography
7.7
Music
7.5
✓Pros
- Exceptional dramatic depth
- Outstanding performances
- Emotionally powerful story
✕Cons
- Slow pacing in some scenes
- Requires close attention
