Twelve Years a Slave

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The narrative follows Solomon Northup, a free black man who, in 1841, is deceived into slavery after being drugged and sold to a cotton plantation in the South. Enduring twelve years of brutal treatment under the slave driver Edwin Epps, Northup's resilience and determination shine through his harrowing experiences. His remarkable journey from freedom to captivity and eventual release serves as a powerful testament to the human spirit. Celebrated for its impact, this true story has also been adapted into a major motion picture.