The Roots of War

The Road to Peace...

A documentary about terrorism as defined by 9/11 and al Qaeda... Through the eyes and voices of "experts" , scholars, and those affected by terrorism, Roots explores the events leading up to 9/11, the role bin Laden and radicals play, what their objectives are, and defines Jihaddsim and terrorism today and its impact on the western world. Roots examines the social and political reasons behind most terrorist actions. It looks at the conflicts in the Middle East that have created terrorism and why and by whom the US is "hated".

Shot in Iraq, Syria, Saudi Arabia, Israel- Palestine , Jordan, Lebanon and the United States, the film includes excerpts from over 300 hours of interviews and footage. Opinions and views are expressed by the everyday" man" on the street, students and experts from Hezbollah to spiritual leaders, military , politicians, academics and those who set policy for their countries.

Producer- Director Niki Nicastro McCuistion and her team, Dennis McCuistion, narrator, co-interviewer and Phil Smith, camera- co-editor, look at the situation up close and personal and let the experts and everyday voices speak for themselves.

The Roots of War... the Road to Peace attempts to stimulate thinking by showing diversified perspectives on all sides of the Middle East conflict and the who, what, why of what terrorism is and why we must pave the way to a road to peace. The doc's purpose: to give us a view of how terrorism is compromising our way of life. It takes a complex and difficult subject and reports the facts on the ground with as much balance and objectivity as it is possible to do- considering the subject matter and the polarization, fears and finger pointing terrorism generates.

The Roots of War




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The Story Behind the Roots of War Documentary

For all of us, our world changed on 9/11. Even if we were not personally affected, the economy, technology, Homeland Security, getting through an airport with the ease we once had… has had an impact. Little did I know the change it would bring to my life with a phone call from one of the [...]

Niki McCuistion Interview on KLIF’s The Wells Report

Jon-David Wells of Talk Radio 570 KLIF’s The Well’s Report previews The Roots of War with an interview of key contributors.

The Roots of War…the Road to Peace airs Wednesday, June 17 on KERA-TV

The Roots of War… the Road to Peace takes a look at the complexity of the events leading up to 9/11. The Roots of War … the Road to Peace airs at 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 17 on KERA-TV Channel 13 in Dallas.

The Roots of War… the Road to Peace – A Continuing Saga

Yet I hope one with an end in sight. A final, final has just been delivered to KERA, Channel 13 public broadcasting Dallas and with a few tweaks here and there an airing date may soon be set.

The Roots of War…The Road To Peace – Experts in Order of Appearance

A listing of experts on The Roots of War in order of their appearance.

Farewell to the Middle East – Back in the U.S.A.!

Dennis and Niki return to the USA and offer their thanks to those that contributed to the Roots of War documentary along the way.

Israel & Palestine: Goodbye Ramallah, Goodbye Israelc

The economic and human costs of terrorism were clearly felt in Israel and Palestine.

Istanbul, Turkey – History, culture & politics

The Roots of War documentary takes the team to Turkey where they experience a cornucopia of history, people, riches and the Turkish way of life.

Passover Eve – A Day of Rest and Ritual

The Roots of War team experiences Holy Week as they travel to Gethsemane, Bethlehem, El Agsa Mosque, the Dome of the Rock and the Via Dolorosa, ending at the place where Jesus was entombed.

Holy Week In Israel “The Bells Are Ringing”

The Roots of War team experiences Holy Week in Israel, a special week in Jerusalem – Palm Sunday, Passover and Easter.

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