There is no way a book or documentary could capture the despicable act of slavery in all it’s aspects as “12 Years A Slave” has done. What “Shilinder’s List” brought to the viewer concerning the Holocaust “12 Years A Slave” has succeeded with concerning slavery in America. At times this film is extremely painful to watch but without that pain the viewer could not truly understand the horror of slavery. In terms of film-making “12 Years of Slave” captures all the elements; great acting, wonderful cinematography, terrific costumes and a script that truly enables us to explore all the aspects of the characters. The only negative comment is some scenes could have been left out because they didn’t advance the story or give it additional depth It is true that people go to the movies to be entertained but sometimes the entertainment might be hard to digest. What is key is to a movie is the lasting impression it leaves on it’s viewer and “12 Years A Slave” will leave an impression that will last a lifetime.
***** Stars- WORTHY OF IT’S NOMINATION OF BEST MOVIE OF THE YEAR along with “American Hustle”