12 Years a Slave

"Based on actual events, the film narrates the harrowing journey of Solomon Northup - a free black man from upstate New York living in the pre-Civil War era. Solomon's life takes an alarming turn when he is abducted and sold into slavery, facing unimaginable cruelty while also encountering unexpected acts of kindness in this hostile environment. The narrative delves into his resilience as he battles not only to survive but to retain his dignity amidst the harsh realities of slavery. The climax occurs when Solomon, after spending 12 harrowing years in bondage, meets a Canadian abolitionist whose intervention ultimately alters the course of his life."