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Roots (1977)

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A six volume collection of the television production that won nine Emmies and over 135 other awards. The unedited complete mini-series based on Alex Haley's best selling novel that follows a black man's search for his heritage.

Unrated, 9 hr. 33 min.

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On DVD: Jan 23, 2001

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An eye-opening expose' on the evils of slavery which forced the U.S. for the first time to face that long-suppressed aspect of its legacy.

May 30, 2007 Full Review Source: IMDiversity.com

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Kam Williams

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Though a bit melodramatic in spots by today's standards, holds up enough to remain heartily recommended as a valuable history lesson and as a juxtaposition to demeaning satires by shock comics such as Dave Chappelle.

May 20, 2007 Full Review Source: AALBC.com

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Kam Williams

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'2 years to create. 8 nights to make television history.' And that ain't hype.

August 15, 2004 Full Review Source: Reel.com

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This has to be seen by everyone. It's a terrific piece of television history with an amazing story and great acting by the entire cast. Again, a must-see.

March 1, 2010

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I watched the first two episodes in Social Studies class and what a powerful piece of history. That's all I can say.

January 8, 2010