The Television Premiere of Roots
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Unearthing Ancestral Stories and the Birth of Roots
This chapter follows a researcher as he traces his lineage to Kunta Kinte, a figure of resilience and struggle against enslavement. Through interviews and historical challenges, he strives to bring this poignant narrative to life, attracting the attention of a Hollywood producer along the way.
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