12 Years a Slave
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 is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Viaplay and HBO Max in Sweden. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Rakuten TV.
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