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DVD ~ Maya Angelou
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  • Actors: Maya Angelou, Ed Asner, Lloyd Bridges, Georg Brown, Brad Davis
  • Format: PAL, Dolby, Subtitled, Surround Sound, Colour
  • Language English
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
  • Number of discs: 9
  • Classification: PG
  • Studio: Warner Home Video
  • DVD Release Date: 29 Oct 2007
  • Run Time: 1313 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B000W70GY6
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 735 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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Celebrating 30 years since its TV debut, Roots: The Complete Collection brings together for the first time all the original episodes, sequels and extras of the award-winning series in one box set, comprising Roots: The Original Series 4-Disc Box Set, the 1979 sequel Roots: The Next Generation, and, for the first time on DVD, Roots: The Gift, a movie that focuses on the relationship between two of the slaves of the original series.

Based on Alex Haley's best-selling novel about his African ancestors, the acclaimed US TV mini-series Roots garnered widespread popularity in the 1970s and to this day remains one of the most watched programmes in history, with the ratings for the series finale still the third highest-rated US program of all time, (behind the final episode of MASH and the "Who Shot JR?" episode of Dallas).
Roots follows several generations in the lives of a slave family. The story begins with Kunta Kinte (played by LeVar Burton), a West African youth captured by slave traders and shipped to America in the 1700s. Torn from his homeland, stripped of his dignity, his rights and even his name, in torment and anguish he is brought to the slave markets of the new world. He tries, but fails, to escape before accepting he can never return to Africa. The film traces his life and those of his family, depicted up until the Civil War where Kunte Kinte's grandson gains emancipation. It captures generations of love, tears, pain, strife, sacrifice and happiness, reminding us of the resilience and resource of the human spirit even under crippling injustice. But Roots was more than just a quality drama, it had a wider impact on society. It persuaded American audiences to regard their history from a black perspective, and to see how--against odds far more desperate than those the pilgrims faced--Africans laid claim to their status as free African-Americans. It triggered a craze for genealogy and changed forever the way black people were depicted on TV.

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24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Heartbreaking TV - an absolute must see, 16 Nov 2007
By The Film Gem Digger (London, England) - See all my reviews
I felt compelled to write a review after my mother offered me this DVD boxset. What an incredible piece of work! 30 years on and it has stood the test of time.

The story is so moving, the acting powerful. Maya Angelou just took my breath away! I am now reading all her books.

I had never seen this show before and am so glad I have now. They just don't make TV this powerful anymore.

I do feel I need to say something about Mr Norbert D Machado's review: it is a shame that the packaging has any importance to you. Surely the show is what you should be reviewing. As for Amazon customer services, I too have had to contact them in the past. But I had a great experience, they were understanding and very efficient.

This is a great present for anyone who like powerful drama. I'm certain you will be receiving major brownie points if you offer this :)
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The Best TV Drama EVER !, 20 Nov 2007
I have just got this & I have to say I am absolutely delighted this has finally been released. Everyone knows the original series which is basically groundbreaking drama. The big deal for me though is the release of the TV Special - Roots The Gift, & the Next Generation series. These are wonderful sequels to the original show & brings the story right up to the present day. This really is wonderful, compelling, heart rending, powerful TV drama at its very best. I am delighted to recommend this DVD set.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars THE COMPLETE ROOTS COLLECTION, 6 May 2009
By C. Day (Rotherham, South Yorkshire) - See all my reviews
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I bought this collection as I had always been a big fan of the Roots series and I was not disappointed. The only thing I did not like was the fact that the discs are double sided and I always seem to get them mixed up. This apart, it's a great value product
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5.0 out of 5 stars An Educational Historical Experience .
The Original Roots Series is required viewing, it provide's a positive an accurate summerised account of the slave trade and subsequent plantation life. Read more
Published 1 month ago by A. A. Pennie

5.0 out of 5 stars excellent viewing
This is a fantastic box set, I've read the book, and the DVD stands up to it, and it is excellent value. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Ms. Shona T. Hunter

5.0 out of 5 stars Better than I remembered
Have only watched the original series so far but it was worth every penny. It was very addictive and I couldn't wait to watch each episode even though I'd seen it when it was... Read more
Published 2 months ago by C. Worrall

5.0 out of 5 stars We need to look back....
..... I have made sure my seven year old boy has started watching this series. I believe it is a must. Our children are taught that they were slaves. Read more
Published 2 months ago by G. Browne

2.0 out of 5 stars roots
theese are double sided discs with the title of each disc written in VERY SMALL printing.so small,i cannot read the episode sequence to play them. Read more
Published 2 months ago by C. southworth

5.0 out of 5 stars Roots
Excellent condition and arrived in time. Has been brilliant to use as an aid to teaching 'Black peoples of the Americas'.
Published 6 months ago by Jonah

5.0 out of 5 stars best of the best
ROOTS
THE FIRST 30YEARS WAS GOOD BUT THE NEXT GENERATION WAS BRILLIANT AND PLUS A EXTRA DVD XMAS, THESE ARE TRULLY BREATH TAKING AND THE PRICE IS THE CHEAPIST YOU WILL GET... Read more
Published 6 months ago by cavan mullen

5.0 out of 5 stars Roots did it again!
Words can't describe how amazing it is, just get yourself the collection and watch it!!!
Published 7 months ago by Sarah Richson

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Service
Fast turnaround, Item exactly as descibed and has brought my Mum hours of entertainment, Thank You...
Published 9 months ago by P. R. L. Turnbull

3.0 out of 5 stars Warner Box Set Errors Again!
I too received the set with the Next Generations covers missing and the Roots ones being repeated. I reported this to Amazon and returned it to them and within two days, received... Read more
Published 24 months ago by D. G. Wickenden

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