Anika Noni Rose On ‘roots’ Remake: ‘it Is The Story Of America’

Debra Birnbaum, Variety
Mon, 05/30/2016 - 8:00am

When “Roots” debuted on ABC in 1977, it shattered ratings records and went on to win nine Emmy Awards. Now History is remaking the classic for modern audiences. The story of Kunta Kinte, which is based on Alex Haley’s novel, follows his capture in Africa through his enslavement in colonial America, as well as the lives...

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