More awards for ‘12 Years A Slave’

The historical epic 12 Years A Slave swept the film categories at the NAACP Image Awards in California with four wins.

The film’s prizes at yesterday’s 45th annual ceremony honouring diversity in the arts included outstanding motion picture, directing for Steve McQueen, writing for John Ridley, and supporting actress for Lupita Nyong’o.

“It’s been a historical year in film for all of us in this room, and I’m so proud to be a part of that history,” Nyong’o said.