The bidding war for where the Obama library, museum, and presidential center will be built has come to an end. The library will be built…
LeVar Burton recently shared his thoughts with New York Magazine on the release of Steve McQueen’s film, “12 Years A Slave,” 36 years following the airing of “Roots.” Burton admits he has a few concerns regarding the interpretation of slavery films, including The History Channel’s remake of “Roots.” “At the screening of 12 Years a Slave, no less a personage […]
The History Channel has announced it’s planning to remake the 1977 blockbuster miniseries “Roots,” reports Deadline.com. The network plans a new eight-hour version after acquiring rights to the 12-hour original from Mark Wolper, son of “Roots” executive producer, the late David L. Wolper, and to the book the mini was based on, Roots: The Saga Of An American […]
The History Channel plans to create a new version of the 1977 hit miniseries “Roots.” According to Deadline, the cable network acquired the rights to…
*The network that brought you “The Bible” will now attempt to recreate one of the most celebrated television programs of all time. History Channel…
*Pint-sized funnyman and Philadelphia native Kevin Hart is spreading holiday cheer early this year, donating over 500 new computers to various schools and recreation…
D.L. Hughley went to go see “12 Years A Slave” and said it was worse than “Roots”! Now anyone who has seen “Roots” knows…
Kiesha Moodie discusses how her organization contributes to education in disadvantaged communities. ROOTS fills in the gaps for parents and students.
Alex Haley, a master story teller brought us our first glimpse into the lives of slaves with his critically acclaimed book Roots. Read about Mr. Haley's story here.
