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Solomon Northup's Odyssey (1991)

6.2 ★19911h 57mEN
TV MovieDrama

Directed by Gordon Parks

Rating

6.2/10

Runtime

1h 57m

Language

EN

Release

September 21, 1991

Director

Gordon Parks

Official Trailer

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Overview

This is based on a true story. Solomon Northrop is a black man in the mid 19th century before slavery was abolished. He's a born free man who works as a carpenter and is also a part time musician. One day he is approached by some men who want him to play for them. However, that is not their intentio...

Cast

Avery Brooks

Avery Brooks

Solomon Northup

Rhetta Greene

Rhetta Greene

Jenny

Mason Adams

Mason Adams

Ford

Emory Beasley

Emory Beasley

Alonzo

Kent Broadhurst

Kent Broadhurst

Bass

Lee Bryant

Lee Bryant

Mrs. Epps

Charles Darden

Charles Darden

Robert

Tony Dreyspool

Tony Dreyspool

Senator Soule

Anthony Edenfield

Anthony Edenfield

Ned

Art Evans

Art Evans

Walton

J. Don Ferguson

J. Don Ferguson

Freeman

Ralph Flanders

Ralph Flanders

Captain

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Solomon Northup's Odyssey (1991), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

This is based on a true story. Solomon Northrop is a black man in the mid 19th century before slavery was abolished. He's a born free man who works as a carpenter and is also a part time musician. One day he is approached by some men who want him to play for them. However, that is not their intention; they have kidnapped him and sold him into slavery. Now he has to endure the hardships that he has been spared because of his status as a free man. And his family who don't know what happened to him is searching for him but where do they go? And Solomon also wishes to let them know where he is so that they could get him but unfortunately no one believes his story or is willing to help him.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Solomon Northup's Odyssey. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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