Ed Lover explains his initial hesitancy about watching the new remake of “Roots” to the producer of the highly anticipated reboot, Will Packer. He explains how he foresaw the challenge of casting the right Kunta Kinte, which would make or break the experience for the viewer, in his opinion. But the Roots team did find the right […]
When Alex Haley‘s remake of the Roots debuted on television in 1977, it sent a shockwave through America. Never before in the history of American television had people seen that story portrayed in that way before. It also made history by being the most watched miniseries in the history of television- and it still holds […]
T.I. talks about the new reboot of Alex Haley‘s 1977 “Roots” series and what it’s like to be in the remake when he wasn’t even alive for the original airing! He explains his character, Cyrus, and what his story is. He also opens up on why he thinks it’s so important for black people, especially […]
T.I. talks about the new reboot of Alex Haley’s 1977 “Roots” series and whether it has been reworked to catch the attention of a new generation in a new, digital age. He explains why he thinks it will reach today’s generation of kids, whether it be the first night it airs or later on. Monie Love describes […]
Laurence Fishburne is set to star in the A+E adaptation of the 1977 miniseries, Roots, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Fishburne will play Alex Haley, who…