Product Description

Based on a true story. Solomon northrop is a black man in mid 19th century before slavery was abolished. Hes a carpenter & a part time musician. One day he is approached by some men who want him to play for them. However that is not their intention: they kidnap him & sell him into slavery. Studio: Monterey Home Video Release Date: 02/08/2005 Starring: Avery Brooks Rhetta Greene Run time: 113 minutes Rating: Nr

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #69630 in DVD
• Released on: 2005-01-08
• Rating: NR (Not Rated)
• Aspect ratio: 1.33:1
• Formats: Color, DVD, NTSC
• Original language: English
• Number of discs: 1
• Running time: 117 minutes

Customer Reviews

BETTER THAN EXPECTED
I read the reviews for this movie before I purchased it and I didn't get it. I thought this movie was excellent. The acting was pretty good. I collect slavery movies (although we really should have many more than we do) and I am glad to add this story to my collection. The last scene in my opinion is the best, when Simon is able to leave the plantation and he feels torn. It brought tears to my eyes. This is a must see movie, based on fact.

Solomon Northup's Odssey: "Twelve Years a Slave"
Very Good Film. I enjoyed every mintue of the Film. Sorry it ended so soon.