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Master Ford. You must knowthat I'm not a slave. I cannot hear that. Before I came to you,I was a freeman. I'm trying to save your life! And I have a debtto be mindful of. And that is to Edwin Epps now. And he is a hard man. Prideshimself on being a nigger breaker. But truthfully, I could findno others who would take you. You've madea reputation of yourself. Whatever the circumstances, youare an exceptional nigger, Platt. But I fear no goodwill come of it
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Master Ford
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You must know that I'm not a slave
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I cannot hear that
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Before I came to you I was a freeman
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I'm trying to save your life
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And I have a debt to be mindful of
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And that is to Edwin Epps now
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And he is a hard man Prides himself on being a nigger breaker
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But truthfully I could find no others who would take you
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You've made a reputation of yourself
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Whatever the circumstances you are an exceptional nigger Platt
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But I fear no good will come of it
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Movie Summary
In the pre-Civil War United States, Solomon Northup, a free black man from upstate New York, is abducted and sold into slavery. Facing cruelty as well as unexpected kindnesses Solomon struggles not only to stay alive, but to retain his dignity. In the twelfth year of his unforgettable odyssey, Solomon’s chance meeting with a Canadian abolitionist will forever alter his life.