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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.

12 Years a Slave (2013) is a drama/history film running 2h 14m, directed by Steve McQueen. It is available in HD on Cineby for 5 credits. Create an account, add credits and the unlock is yours permanently. Use the player controls for subtitles, quality and fullscreen.

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