Review: 12 Years a Slave (2013) A monumental film full of stunning technique and emotion. Read More Reviews, The Current: In Theatres, Aren's ReviewsAren BergstromNovember 18, 201312 Years a Slave, Alfre Woodard, American South, Benedict Cumberbatch, Brad Pitt, Chiwetel Ejiofor, drama, Lupita Nyong'o, Michael Fassbender, Oscar, Paul Dano, Paul Giamatti, slavery, Solomon Northup, Steve McQueen, TIFF13Comment