I hope it brings us both much joy over the years.

"12 Years a Slave" is a critically acclaimed historical drama film released in 2013. Directed by Steve McQueen, the movie chronicles the true story of Solomon Northup, a free African-American man who is kidnapped and sold into slavery in the antebellum United States. The powerful and harrowing narrative captures Northup's twelve-year struggle for survival, hope, and eventual redemption in a deeply unjust and brutal system. Starring Chiwetel Ejiofor in a mesmerizing performance as Solomon Northup, the film also features a stellar cast including Michael Fassbender, Lupita Nyong'o, Benedict Cumberbatch, Sarah Paulson, and Brad Pitt. With its superb acting, masterful direction, and unflinching portrayal of the horrors of slavery, "12 Years a Slave" won multiple awards including the Academy Award for Best Picture. To experience and immerse yourself in the sounds of this exceptional film, you can play and download them here.