Review of 12 Years a Slave (2013) by Lawrence Toppman for Charlotte Observer — 01 Nov 2013
Most nations, ours included, still tolerate some form of slavery or indentured servitude. And 12 Years shows the cruelty of denying not only someone’s freedom but his identity. Take away the essence of a human being – whether he’s in fetters or not – and you destroy him.
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This review of 12 Years a Slave (2013) was written by Lawrence Toppman and published by Charlotte Observer on 01 Nov 2013.
12 Years a Slave has generally received very positive reviews.
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