Summary In 1750, in Gambia, West Africa, Kunta Kinte, son of Omoro and Binta, distinguishes himself among his tribesmen in manhood training rituals. But he does not enjoy his new status long: slave traders sweeping the countryside seize him. Chained with other captives, Kunta begins an agonized odyssey to the New World.
Directed : Unknown
Written : Unknown
Stars : Louis Gossett Jr. John Amos Lynda Day George Robert Reed
Genres : Drama History War Biography
Release date : Jan 22, 1977
Countries of origin : United States
Language : English
Filming locations : St. Simons Island, Georgia, USA
Production companies : Warner Bros. Television David L. Wolper Productions
Summary In 1750, in Gambia, West Africa, Kunta Kinte, son of Omoro and Binta, distinguishes himself among his tribesmen in manhood training rituals. But he does not enjoy his new status long: slave traders sweeping the countryside seize him. Chained with other captives, Kunta begins an agonized odyssey to the New World.
Genres : Drama History War Biography
Release date : Jan 22, 1977
Countries of origin : United States
Language : English
Filming locations : St. Simons Island, Georgia, USA
Production companies : Warner Bros. Television David L. Wolper Productions
