VANCOUVER, BC, July 13,
2023 /CNW/ - Network Media Group Inc. (TSXV:
NTE.V) (OTC: NETWF) and Network Entertainment Inc.
("Network" or "the Company") are proud to announce that it is
the winner of the 2023 Leo Award for Best Documentary Series for
Women Who Rock, a four-part docu-series.
In addition to taking home the top honour for Best Documentary
Series at the 2023 Leo Awards, which celebrate excellence in
British Columbia film and
television, Women Who Rock also won in every other category
in which it was nominated, receiving the Best Cinematography and
Best Picture Editing awards.
Women Who Rock is a MGM+ Original series that
premiered in the U.S., followed by Crave in Canada, and Sky in the UK, and was distributed
to leading broadcasters worldwide by Fremantle.
Women Who Rock pays homage to the legion of women
pioneers in music who have stormed the stage, wielded their
instruments, amplified their voices, and sung the soundtrack of our
lives. In their own words, generations of iconic female artists
discuss truth, defiance, artistic expression, hard-won success, and
most importantly, the insights and tales behind their timeless
music.
The docu-series features original interviews with legendary
artists Nancy Wilson, Shania Twain,
Chaka Khan, Pat Benatar, Mavis
Staples, Sheryl Crow, Sheila
E., Macy Gray, Rickie Lee Jones, Norah
Jones, Aimee Mann,
Tori Amos, Kate Pierson, Tina
Weymouth, St. Vincent, Jody
Watley, Nona Hendryx, and
more.
Executive Producers include John
Varvatos, Jessica Hopper,
Derik Murray, Paul Gertz, Jesse James
Miller, Kent Wingerak,
Brian Gersh, Tim
Gamble, Michael Grecco,
and Rachel Brill.
Network's CEO Derik Murray
stated, "Our commitment to creating premium programming is our
raison d'être at Network, and the foundation for our success. This
recognition is a testament to the incredible dedication and hard
work of our entire team who consistently deliver world-class series
and films that resonate with audiences around the globe."
"I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations and gratitude to
Cinematographer, Shaun Lawless, and
Editors, Georgia Milroy, and
Graham Kew for their invaluable
contributions to the success of Women Who Rock," added
Women Who Rock Producer John
Barbisan, "We are grateful for the support of the Leo Awards
and proud to be once again in the spotlight for our award-winning
productions."
Network has a stellar record with the Leo Awards, and to date
has been recognized with 46 nominations and 23 wins for its series
and films, including the Leo Award for Best Feature Length
Documentary for Facing Ali, the Company's first feature
documentary, distributed by Lionsgate, which was also shortlisted
for an Academy Award.
About Network Media Group / Network
Entertainment
Network Media Group is the parent company
of Network Entertainment Inc.
Network Entertainment is a
creatively driven, boutique film, television, and digital content
production company that creates, finances and produces
award-winning programming for television, digital platforms, and
movie audiences around the world.
The Network premium brand of content delivers world-class casts
and features visually cinematic, richly crafted storytelling. The
Company's productions are consistently embraced by both audiences
and critics alike, garnering awards, record ratings, and
unparalleled media coverage for Network and its partners. Network
NFT Studios collaborates with IP owners, artists, and top talent to
create, distribute, and monetize NFT campaigns and related
initiatives in the digital universe
(networknft.ca).
For additional information on Network Entertainment Inc., visit
www.networkentertainment.ca
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circumstances after the date hereof.
SOURCE Network Media Group Inc.
