She also possesses one of the rarer attributes in tv journalism. The debut trailer for 12 years a slave is out, giving movie fans an idea of what to expect from the upcoming drama, which is based on a true story. With themes of freedom, racial inequality and the cruelty of mankind, 12 years a slave could be one of the more heartwrenching movies to kick of the year on its uk cinematic release on january. List of accolades received by 12 years a slave film. Northup, a black man living chiwetel ejiofor in new york during the mid1800s is kidnapped and sold into slavery in the deep south. Database of movie trailers, clips and other videos for 12 years a slave 20. In the years before the civil war, solomon northup chiwetel ejiofor, a free black man from upstate new york, is kidnapped and sold into slavery in the south. Directed by steve mcqueen, the film features a cast that includes chiwetel ejiofor, michael fassbender, benedict cumberbatch and paul dano. It is bleak, saddening and gruesome at some moments, all of it makes this movie what it is, a true masterpiece of art. Read the 12 years a slave movie synopsis, view the movie trailer, get cast and crew information, see movie photos, and more on.
Drama historisch film geregisseerd door steve mcqueen. Facing cruelty personified by a malevolent slave owner, portrayed by michael fassbender, as. In the precivil war united states, solomon northup, a free black man from upstate new york, is. During his 12 years of being a slave, he meets a canadian abolitionist played by brad pitt who will change his life forever. John ridley screenplay by, solomon northup based on twelve years a slave by. View hd trailers and videos for 12 years a slave on rotten tomatoes, then check our tomatometer to find out what the critics say. Chiwetel ejiofor stars for director steve mcqueen hunger, shame in the true story of solomon northup, a freeborn black man who was kidnapped, drugged, and. Based on an incredible true story of one mans fight for survival and freedom. In the precivil war united states, solomon northup chiwetel ejiofor, a free black man from upstate new york, is abducted and sold into slavery. Aside from the captivating story and tremendous acting, the historical accuracy of slavery during this time is gut retching. But with the exception of a somewhat distracting thirdact cameo by coproducer brad. The film stars chiwetel ejiofor as the protagonist, northup. Watch 12 years a slave online stream full movie directv.
He makes his living as a fiddle player, and his wife is an educator. Chiwetel ejiofor stars in his oscarnominated role as a free new york man sold into slavery in the year 1841. In the antebellum united states, solomon northup, a free black man from upstate new york, is abducted and sold into slavery. It is an adaptation of the 1853 autobiographical slave narrative memoir of the same name by solomon northup, a new york stateborn free negro who was kidnapped in washington, d. Northup was put to work on plantations in the state of louisiana for 12 years before being released. Fandangomovies provides exclusive interviews with celebrities, movie clips on upcoming releases and other movie related content in addition to the newest movie trailers available. Met chiwetel ejiofor, michael fassbender en lupita nyongo. Facing cruelty personified by a malevolent slave owner, portrayed by michael fassbender as well as unexpected kindnesses, solomon struggles not only. In the precivil war united states, solomon northup chiwetel ejiofor, a free black man from upstate new york, is. Based on a true story, 12 years a slave depicts the journey of a free black man in the 1840s that is kidnapped and sold into southern slavery. He is shanghaied by a couple of evil white men, and soon ends up on a boat. Subjected to the cruelty of one malevolent owner michael fassbender, he also finds unexpected kindness from another, as he struggles continually to survive and maintain some of his dignity. Catherine herridge has a long history on the justice beat. In the precivil war united states, solomon northup, a free black man from upstate new york, is abducted and sold into slavery.
Impact of stereotypes in mcqueens 12 years a slave. Chiwetel ejiofor, michael kenneth williams, michael fassbender language. Directed by steve mcqueen and starring chiwetel ejiofor, michael fassbender, benedict cumberbatch and paul dano. Trailer for 12 years a slave 12 years a slave is based on an incredible true story of one mans fight for survival and freedom.
The only thing that lets this film down is the rather odd beginning and the at times lessthanclear dialogue. Twelve years a slave is based on an incredible true story of one mans fight for survival and freedom. A freeborn black man is abducted from new york and sold into slavery in this historical drama. I shall be discussing the micro features within the trailer sound, camera, editing, miseenscene as well as a representational analysis and the institutional. Considering human rights films, representa tion and. Williams, and phil svitek discuss the 20 steve mcqueen film 12 years a slave in which in the antebellum united states, solomon northup. The film is based on the true story of solomon northup a black man who was born free in new york state but abducted, sold into slavery and kept in bondage for 12 years in louisiana before the american civil war. The film is based on an incredible true story of one mans fight for survival and freedom. Steve mcqueens 12 years a slave stars chiwetel ejifor as solomon northup, a free dark man in 1840s america. Northup worked on plantations in the state of louisiana for 12 years before. Apart from that, it is a very good film, but be prepared to be shocked by some of the violence. Chiwetel ejiofor 12 years a slave part 2 from betrayal to acceptance learn how chiwetel ejiofor portrayed an emotional transformation in a pivotal scene from 12 years a slave on this episode of fandango frontrunners. Benedict cumberbatch at an event for 12 years a slave 20 chiwetel ejiofor in 12.
The story takes place in 1840s america, and revolves around solomon northrup, a free black man who is kidnapped and sold into slavery. In the precivil war united states, solomon northup chiwetel ejiofor, a free black man from. In italy, promotional posters for the film featured brad pitt and michael. Trailer set during the precivil war united states, solomon northup, a free black man from upstate new york, is abducted and sold into slavery. From acclaimed director steve mcqueen comes this deeply evocative and brilliantly acted film claudia puig, usa today based on the true. Film depicts the true story of a free man from new york, who in precivil war america, is abducted and sold into slavery. Starring chiwetel ejiofor, brad pitt, benedict cumberbatch, michael fassbender, sarah paulson. This powerful film based on a true story won three oscars. Best picture, adapted screenplay and supporting actress. This is one of the best, if not the best, movies centered around a theme of slavery.