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Museum object · Black Film & Television

Roots (2016)

Television miniseries · Historical drama

Worldwide

This later adaptation revisits a family’s struggle, survival and legacy under slavery. Presented as a four-part event series, it offers another interpretation of the Roots story. Compare dramatization with historical sources when learning from it.

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Mature themes: slavery, racism, violence and sexual violence. Parent or educator guidance advised.

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