Jul 23, 2016 benedict cumberbatch scenes in 12 years a slave. Jan 27, 2014 new york city commissioners ancestors were slaves of benedict cumberbatch s family new york city commissioner who shares surname with sherlock star benedict cumberbatch believes his ancestor. In october 2011, michael fassbender who starred in mcqueens previous films. New york city commissioners ancestors were slaves of benedict cumberbatchs family new york city commissioner who shares surname with. Benedict cumberbatch, left, and chiwetel ejiofor in a scene from the film 12 years a slave. In his book, the real solomon northup refers to eppss lewd intentions toward. Cumberbatch at the premiere o 12 years a slave at the 20 toronto internaitional. The inside of the church where benedict s family once worshiped in. Oscar buzz follows fassbender, ejiofor in 12 years a slave an ugly rotation of white masters await. He wants you dead, and he will attempt to have you so. Steve mcqueens powerful film adaptation starring chiwetel ejiofor, brad pitt, michael fassbender and benedict cumberbatch won best picture at both the.
New york city commissioners ancestors were slaves of. Steve mcqueen is directing the pic starring chiwetel ejiofor, michael. We have the first images from steve mcqueens slavery drama 12 years a slave, starring chiwetel ejiofor, benedict cumberbatch and michael fassbender. This, at last, really is history written with lightning.
Review is 12 years a slave really a historically important and powerful film. Dec 07, 2017 having said all of that, 12 years a slave was a far, far better movie than the passion at least it touched upon the main plot points of the memoirs of solomon northrup. Chiwetel ejiofor, michael fassbener, benedict cumberbatch, lupita nyongoo. So benedict cumberbatchs ancestors were slave owners. Oct 18, 20 the moving and utterly brutalfilm 12 years a slave tells the real story of soloman northup chiwetel ejiofor, a free africanamerican man living in saratoga who is kidnapped in 1841 and sold into slavery. In an irony which even a hollywood screenwriter couldnt make up, benedict is currently treading red carpets in support of the oscar campaign for 12 years a slave, the harrowing hit film which. But most of his 12 years was spent under the watch of the cruel planter edwin epps michael fassbender, who posed an. True story behind brit directors movie starring brad pitt and benedict cumberbatch. A new behindthescenes featurette for 12 years a slave featuring chiwetel ejiofor, benedict cumberbatch, and paul dano. Brad pitt, benedict cumberbatch, michael fassbender, paul giamatti, sarah paulson, scoot mcnairy, paul dano, garret dillahunt, chiwetel ejiofor, taran killam, steve mcqueen. Oct 11, 20 did you guys know i was in the hunger games.
Now, perhaps most exciting, cumberbatch has been cast in twelve years a slave, which is the third teaming of director steve mcqueen hunger, shame and actor michael fassbender. In the precivil war united states, solomon northup chiwetel ejiofor, a free black man from upstate new york, is abducted and sold into slavery. Cumberbatchs character in 12 years a slave was a pastor yet did not disagree with owning other human beings faith. Ejiofor, lupita nyongo, michael fassbender, and benedict cumberbatch. I basically made it my passion to make this book into a film. Directed by steve mcqueen and starring chiwetal ejiofor 12 years a slave tells the true story of solomon northup a free man and fiddler player from saratoga springs new york. Benedict cumberbatch, chiwetel ejiofor in 12 years a slave. What 12 years a slave teaches us about racism today busted halo. William ford benedict cumberbatch with solomon northup. Should benedict cumberbatch say sorry for the slave owners.
So benedict cumberbatch s ancestors were slave owners. John ridley screenplay by, solomon northup based on twelve years a slave by. On the heels of lee daniels the butler comes 12 years a slave, another truelife tale that turns the lens on the africanamerican experience. I believe tibeats is skulkin about the premises somewhere.
Benedict cumberbatch scenes in 12 years a slave youtube. Cumberbatch s character in 12 years a slave was a pastor yet did not disagree with owning other human beings faith. He also made a brief appearance in 1917 2019 as colonel mackenzie. Steve mcqueens movie is a work that arouses both interest and respect, but the cinematic experience it offers is ultimately limited in terms of the artistic challenge the movie has set itself. More recently, he has narrated an imax documentary on jerusalem and starred in the critically acclaimed movie, 12 years a slave. One of the best and most enduring of the slave narratives, it is a frank, incisive. But most of his 12 years was spent under the watch of the cruel planter. Chiwetel ejiofor, michael fassbender, benedict cumberbatch. The moving and utterly brutalfilm 12 years a slave tells the real story of soloman northup chiwetel ejiofor, a free africanamerican man living in saratoga who is kidnapped in 1841 and sold into slavery. Benedict cumberbatch joins steve mcqueens twelve years a.
Should benedict cumberbatch say sorry for the slave owners in. Benedict plays william ford a slave owner who encounters the films hero solomon northup chiwetal ejiofor who won a bafta and was nominated for an academy award for his performance. Now a major motion picture directed by steve mcqueen and starring brad pitt, chiwetel ejiofor, michael fassbender, benedict cumberbatch, and paul giamatti. Benedict cumberbatch, star of pbs skein sherlock, is set to join the cast of new regencys 12 years a slave. Benedict cumberbatchs slave owning ancestors plantation. Nov 08, 20 considering the social and economic importance of slavery in americas history, the scarcity of serious films depicting the daily life of slaves in the confederate states is significant especially since the aftereffects from this shameful episode still echo through the culture. This powerful film based on a true story won three oscars. The only thing that lets this film down is the rather odd beginning and the at times lessthanclear dialogue. Chiwetel ejiofor, michael fassbender, lupita nyongo, benedict cumberbatch, paul dano, brad pitt, alfre woodard. Benedict cumberbatch to work through twelve years a slave. It is a masterpiece of history,of one man,one free mans life.
How benedict cumberbatchs family made a fortune from slavery and why his roles in films like 12 years a slave are a bid to atone for their sins. Benedict cumberbatch, chiwetel ejiofor and michael. Benedict cumberbatch is a british actor who is famous for his radical portrayal of sherlock holmes. How benedict cumberbatchs family made a fortune from slavery. Considering the social and economic importance of slavery in americas history, the scarcity of serious films depicting the daily life of slaves in the confederate states is significant especially since the aftereffects from this shameful episode still echo through the culture. The producer of the documentary, interviewed on cbs, revealed that, at the end of making the documentary on. Facing cruelty personified by a malevolent slave owner, portrayed by michael fassbender, as well as unexpected kindnesses, solomon. Feb 02, 2014 benedict cumberbatch, left, and chiwetel ejiofor in a scene from the film 12 years a slave.
I also have to say that the acting in 12 years was first rate as were the set designs, costuming, etc. Twelve years a slave is based on an incredible true story of one mans fight for survival and freedom. Brad pitt and benedict cumberbatch, the film version. Is 12 years a slave really a historically important and. Facing cruelty personified by a malevolent slave owner, portrayed by michael fassbender, as well as unexpected kindnesses, solomon struggles not. A powerful and riveting condemnation of american slavery, 12 years a slave is the harrowing true story of solomon northup who was kidnapped and sold into slavery, enduring unimaginable degradation and abuse until his rescue twelve years later. Qualifizierte bestellungen werden kostenlos geliefert. Benedict cumberbatch, chiwetel ejiofor and michael fassbender. Solomon northups narrative explores one of the darkest times in.
Sarah paulson and michael fassbender in 12 years a slave 20 sean. Apart from that, it is a very good film, but be prepared to be shocked by some of the violence. Filled with powerful performances by an astonishing cast that includes benedict cumberbatch, brad pitt and newcomer lupita nyongo, 12 years a slave is both an unflinching account of slavery in american history and a celebration of the indomitable power of hope. The movie won the bafta award and the academy award for best picture as well as the golden globe award for best drama. What 12 years a slave teaches us about racism today. The thing is, this chapter in 12 years a slave the book is a fascinating, yet also simple illustration of how the institution of slavery worked and just what a deplorable, selfperpetuating machine it was. Director steve mcqueen and screenwriter john ridley film were largely faithful northups 1853 biography, twelve years a slave.
First hes sold to william ford benedict cumberbatch, a baptist preacher who doesnt. Having said all of that, 12 years a slave was a far, far better movie than the passion at least it touched upon the main plot points of the memoirs of solomon northrup. The 12 years a slave book shows slavery as even more appalling than in the film of human bondage its the most devastating film about slavery ever, but the book shows the institution to be. Benedict cumberbatch to work through twelve years a slave elizabeth durand 06012012 benedict cumberbatch and his awesome name are about to add yet another awesome line to their already. Cumberbatch has in the past acknowledged his ancestors slave ownership. News and tagged 12 years a slave, benedict cumberbatch. Emotionally, sometimes even close to physically, it was painful to watch and thats putting it mildly. Sarah paulson discusses difficulties of playing ms epps 12 years a slave duration.
Jul 11, 2017 the 12 years a slave book shows slavery as even more appalling than in the film of human bondage its the most devastating film about slavery ever, but the book shows the institution to be. Even more so, it drives home the reality that slavery back in the mid19th century was seen as being a normal part of everyday life. Benedict gives a convincing portrayal as a peaceful slaveholder in this drama about slavery. A freeborn black man is abducted from new york and sold into slavery in this historical drama based on the autobiography of solomon northup. Oct 18, 20 12 years a slave isnt the first movie about slavery in the united states but it may be the one that finally makes it impossible for american cinema to continue to sell the ugly lies. Benedict cumberbatch to work through twelve years a slave elizabeth durand 06012012 benedict cumberbatch and his awesome name are. The film pulled no punches when dealing with the harsh realities of americas slave trade and the evil acted out by those who took part in it. In the antebellum united states, solomon northup, a free black man from upstate new york, is abducted and sold into slavery. Michael fassbender and chiwetel ejiofor in 12 years a slave. Benedict cumberbatch, chiwetel ejiofor and michael fassbender star in 12 years a slave trailer brad pitt and paul giamatti also appear in the film about solomon northup, a free man who was. Oct 17, 20 12 years a slave starts its true story in 1841 when solomon northup british actor chiwetel ejiofor, a violin player living free in new york with his wife and children, gets tricked into a job in. Jan 31, 2014 how benedict cumberbatch s family made a fortune from slavery and why his roles in films like 12 years a slave are a bid to atone for their sins.
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