
About
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.
Cast

Chiwetel Ejiofor
Solomon Northup

Michael Fassbender
Edwin Epps

Lupita Nyong'o
Patsey

Benedict Cumberbatch
William Ford

Paul Dano
John Tibeats

Sarah Paulson
Mary Epps

Adepero Oduye
Eliza

Scoot McNairy
Brown

Paul Giamatti
Theophilus Freeman
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Lists
#204 on IMDb top 250 IMDb
#119 on The 21st Century Most Acclaimed Films They Shoot Pictures, Don't They?
#12 on The 50 best films of the decade so far The Dissolve
1001 Movies You Must See Before You Die Steven Jay Schneider
Awards
Oscar for Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay John Ridley
Oscar for Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role Lupita Nyong'o
Oscar for Best Motion Picture of the Year Brad Pitt Steve McQueen Dede Gardner Jeremy Kleiner Anthony Katagas
Oscar nomination for Best Achievement in Film Editing Joe Walker