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Vancouver, Canada / TheNewswire / October 13, 2015 - Network Media Group Inc. ("Network" or the "Company") (TSX: NTE.V) is pleased to announce its original documentary film, "Johnny Cash: American Rebel" was the centerpiece of U.S. broadcaster CMT's Johnny Cash Week when it premiered on September 12, 2015. The well reviewed film, which the New York Times called "a film to watch", was a ratings-winner for CMT, reaching a total audience of over 9.2 million viewers over the course of its run to date.
The film was produced and co-directed by Network CEO Derik Murray ("I Am Chris Farley", "I Am Evel Knievel," "I Am Steve McQueen," "I Am Bruce Lee"), and co-directed by Jordan Tappis ("The Walk Around the World").
"Johnny Cash was truly one of the entertainment industry's most iconic figures and an inspiration to our entire crew", stated producer and co-director Derik Murray, "We were honored to have the opportunity to tell his story through the one aspect of Johnny's life that has resonated with audiences throughout his legendary career - his music."
"We were proud to feature Johnny Cash: American Rebel throughout our weeklong tribute to 'The Man in Black'", added John Miller-Monzon, Director News & Documentaries, CMT, "The tremendous ratings are a testament to this wonderful film and the enduring legacy of one of music's most beloved figures."
About Network Media Group
Network is focused on becoming one of the world's leading developers and producers of entertainment properties for the global marketplace and its worldwide audience. It is the parent company of Network Entertainment Inc., an established television and film production company with an award-winning international reputation. Its productions include the Academy Award shortlisted feature documentary Facing Ali, as well as documentaries on the lives of Bruce Lee, Steve McQueen, Evel Knievel and, most recently, Chris Farley and Johnny Cash. The I Am Chris Farley production, which was released in the summer of 2015, set all time ratings records for Spike.
Network's past projects and current productions can be viewed at www.networkentertainment.ca.
For further information concerning this press release, please email info@networkentertainment.ca.
ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF
NETWORK MEDIA GROUP INC.
"Derik A. Murray"
Derik A. Murray
Chief Executive Officer and Director
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