Roots

  (1977)
This legendary TV miniseries -- an adaptation of author Alex Haley's groundbreaking novel that details the history of his own family from slavery to emancipation -- received five Emmy Awards, as well as a Golden Globe for Best Dramatic TV Series. With a dynamic ensemble cast, this rousing epic features LeVar Burton, in his acting debut, portraying Haley's ancestor, Kunta Kinte, who was kidnapped from his African village and sold into slavery.
Starring: John Amos, Maya Angelou
Director: Marvin J. Chomsky
Genre:  Drama
Format:  DVD
Language: English
Subtitles: English ...
Rated NRNot rated. This movie has not been rated by the MPAA.
Roots (7-Disc Series)
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