12 Years A Slave

Lupita Nyong’o Said Her Oscar Win Came With a Price, Hollywood Kept Offering Her ‘Slave’ Roles

The actress told CNN ‘Inside Africa’ that studios tried to box her into portrayals of Black pain and she refused roles that would reinforce stereotypes.
11/24/2025

The Cast Of '12 Years a Slave': Where Are They Now?"

The Steve McQueen film premiered 10 years ago today.
10/18/2023

‘12 Years A Slave’ Director Steve McQueen Says People ‘Pulled Out’ Of The Film Because There Was A Black Lead

The movie starred Chiwetel Ejiofor.
11/18/2020
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The Wire , 12 Years a Slave Star Stabbed at Nightclub

Anwan Glover was attacked at a DC hotspot.
08/04/2014

Diverse Films Brought Out More African-American Moviegoers in 2013

There was a 13 percent increase in Black cinema goers.
03/28/2014

Box Office: 300 I s Victorious, 12 Years a Slave Gets Oscar Boost

Steve McQueen's film surged in ticket sales after win.
03/10/2014
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For the Cause: Celebs Rocking Statement-Making Wristbands

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Kenyan President Calls Lupita Nyong'o "Pride of Africa"

The Oscar winner has made her native country proud.
03/04/2014
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John Ridley Denies Feud With Steve McQueen Over 12 Years a Slave Writing Credit

Things appeared tense between the former collaborators.
03/04/2014

12 Years a Slave Wins Best Picture at Academy Awards

Steve McQueen's film takes the night's top prize.
03/03/2014

Lupita Nyong'o Wins Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress

12 Years a Slave star takes statue for her debut role.
03/02/2014