“12 Years a Slave” is a 2013 historical drama film directed by Steve McQueen and based on the 1853 memoir of Solomon Northup, a free black man who was kidnapped and sold into slavery. The film stars Chiwetel Ejiofor as Northup, along with a cast that includes Michael Fassbender, Lupita Nyong’o, Benedict Cumberbatch, and Brad Pitt.
The film received critical acclaim for its powerful storytelling, acting performances, and direction. It won three Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Adapted Screenplay, and Best Supporting Actress for Lupita Nyong’o’s performance as Patsey.
“12 Years a Slave” is a harrowing and emotional depiction of slavery in America, and it shines a light on the brutality and dehumanization that slaves endured. It is not an easy film to watch, but it is an important one that offers a stark reminder of the horrors of slavery and the need for continued efforts to fight racism and inequality.
