Roots

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Summaries

An adaptation of Alex Haley's "Roots" chronicles the history of an African man and his descendants sold into slavery in America.

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Keywords
  • 18th century
  • biracial
  • one word series title
  • biracial child
  • american historical setting
Genres
  • Drama
  • History
  • War
Release date May 29, 2016
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) TV-MA
Countries of origin United States
Official sites Hulu Official site
Language English Mandingo
Filming locations St. Francisville, Louisiana, USA
Production companies Film Afrika Worldwide History Channel The Wolper Organization

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Tech specs

Runtime 1h 37m
Color Color
Sound mix Dolby Digital
Aspect ratio 16:9 HD

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