Kunta Kinte "Roots" Episode 1

[Quixote1818]

Saw this as a child back in the 70's and I am glad I did. It shaped my view of slavery the correct way, unlike the text books from Southern states and the racist education system of the South that have done so much damage over the years.

[Little Star]

1. 'Roots' is getting a remake....

LeVar Burton, who portrayed Kinte in the original, will co-executive produce the new miniseries.

A press release describes the new version as "original" and "contemporary" and will draw more from Alex Haley's classic novel, "Roots: The Saga of an American Family." Producers will consult scholars in African and African-American history for added authenticity.

"We are proud to bring this saga to fans of the original, as well as to a new generation that will experience this powerful and poignant tale for the first time," said Dirk Hoogstra, History's executive vice president and general manager.

"Audiences will once again feel the impact of Kunta Kinte's indomitable spirit."

http://www.cnn.com/2015/04/30/entertainment/roots-remake-feat/

[asjr]

2. I am delighted to hear this. That was on when TV knew what it was doing.

I wish they would bring back All creatures Great and small. That was wonderful as well.

[Person 2713]

3. Awesome we need it for younger gens

[Little Star]

4. My thoughts exactly.

[Quixote1818]

5. Great news! I was thinking something like that was over due.

Thanks for the link!

[IHateTheGOP]

6. Add that to the list that Netflix won't pay for.