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In this portrait of celebrated author Alex Haley, his life and the impact of his writing on African-Americans are examined. His highly acclaimed book -Roots created an awareness of African-American history as no author had done before, and was the basis for a television series of immense popularity. In this film, Haley recalls how he dropped out of college, and discusses the production of -The Autobiography of Malcolm X, and how his grandmother and great aunts in Tennessee told him stories and memories that inspired -Roots. Alice Day, All Movie Guide



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