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             12 Years a Slave (2013)

12 Years a Slave (2013):  Based on an incredible true story of one man's fight for survival and freedom. In the pre-Civil War United States, Solomon Northup (Chiwetel Ejiofor), a free black man from upstate New York, is abducted and sold into slavery. Facing cruelty (personified by a malevolent slave owner, portrayed by Michael Fassbender), 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 (Brad Pitt) will forever alter his life. 

Director:
Steve McQueen
Writers:
John Ridley (screenplay), Solomon Northup (based on "Twelve Years a Slave" by)
Stars:
Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael K. Williams, Michael Fassbender

Cast
Cast overview, first billed only:
Chiwetel Ejiofor     ...     Solomon Northup
Dwight Henry     ...     Uncle Abram
Dickie Gravois     ...     Overseer
Bryan Batt     ...     Judge Turner
Ashley Dyke     ...     Anna
Kelsey Scott     ...     Anne Northu
Quvenzhané Wallis     ...     Margaret Northup
Plot Keywords:
slave | slavery | new york | sold into slavery | abolitionist
Taglines:
The extraordinary true story of Solomon Northup
Genres:
Biography | Drama | History
Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated R for violence/cruelty, some nudity and brief sexuality
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Details
Official Sites:
Official Facebook | Official site
Country:
USA | UK
Language:
English
Release Date:
8 November 2013 (USA)
Also Known As:
Twelve Years a Slave
Filming Locations:
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
Box Office
Budget:
$20,000,000 (estimated)
Opening Weekend:
$923,715 (USA) (18 October 2013)
Gross:
$53,672,674 (USA) (12 March 2014)
Company Credits
Production Co:
Regency Enterprises, River Road Entertainment, Plan B Entertainment
Technical Specs
Runtime:
134 min
Sound Mix:
Dolby
Color:
Color
Aspect Ratio:
2.35 : 1