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Suswatibasu (1702 KP) rated 12 Years a Slave (2013) in Movies
Sep 6, 2017
The story of Solomon Northrup entails a free black man in America being kidnapped and then sold into slavery. He is gifted and educated, on top of having led a free life with his wife and children, hence in many ways it can be seen as even more traumatic knowing what is already out there.
What's interesting is the complicity of others involved, including other African Americans who have had to turn the other cheek in order to survive. The white men are despicable in this film, the brutality is truly horrifying.
It goes without saying Chiwetel Ejiofor is fantastic as Solomon, he's understated which makes his acting all the more moving. Michael Fassbender is particularly gratuitous in his role as a slave owner. Lupita Nyong'o is absolutely outstanding, playing a woman brutalized by the master for his own disgusting needs. The women go through a particular hell in this horrid period of history. You'll need a strong countenance to watch this.
The Lady and the Unicorn
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The Secret Life of Twickenham: The Story of Rugby Union's Iconic Fortress, the Players, Staff and Fans
Chris Jones and Lawrence Dallaglio
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Twickenham Stadium is rightly venerated as the home of the Rugby Football Union (RFU). While it may...
The Invention of Wings
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Writing at the height of her narrative and imaginative gifts, Sue Monk Kidd presents a masterpiece...
The Complete Tragedies, Volume 2: Oedipus, Hercules Mad, Hercules on Oeta, Thyestes, Agamemnon: Volume 2
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Inspiration Kantha: Creative Stitchery and Quilting with Asias Ancient Technique
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Kanthas, embroidered fabrics traditionally created by the women of northern India and Bangladesh,...
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