7th Level, Inc. announces strong performance and prominent awards for new Monty Python CD-ROM; Multimedia World, Computer Life, PC Computing, New Media also give Monty Python's Complete Waste of Time highest ratings.DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 8, 1994--7th Level's (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :SEVL) new blockbuster CD-ROM CD-ROM: see compact disc. CD-ROM in full compact disc read-only memory Type of computer storage medium that is read optically (e.g., by a laser). title Monty Python's Complete Waste of Time Monty Python's Complete Waste of Time is a collection of minigames, screen savers, desktop wallpaper and icons for Mac OS, DOS and Windows. The content is drawn primarily from the Monty Python's Flying Circus TV series. has shipped more than 50,000 units world-wide since its launch date of Oct. 4, 1995. The new Python CD also scored an impressive list of awards, splendid reviews and industry accolades. PC Magazine's recent "Best Products of 1994" included Monty Python's Complete Waste of Time as did PC World with their "Best CDs of 1994." In addition, 7th Level's new title received superior reviews from many of the leading multimedia and industry trade publications. PC Computing awarded the Python CD their highest rating, five-discs. Both Multimedia World and Computer Life gave Monty Python's Complete Waste of Time five-star reviews. Earlier, 7th Level's first CD-ROM title, TuneLand(TM) starring Howie Mandel Howie Michael Mandel II (born November 29, 1955) is a Canadian comedian and actor, primarily for his roles on sitcoms and television. He is best known as Ed Flanders's young intern, Dr. Wayne Fiscus on St. received a five-star rating from Multimedia World. 7th Level becomes the only company to have two five- star rated products this year. New Media magazine awarded 7th Level's Python interactive CD-ROM an "Awesome" rating (the equivalent of a five-star award). In addition to the impressive list of awards and near-perfect ratings, Monty Python's Complete Waste of Time has garnered other industry accolades and comments. Dennis Michael of CNN CNN or Cable News Network Subsidiary company of Turner Broadcasting Systems. It was created by Ted Turner in 1980 to present 24-hour live news broadcasts, using satellites to transmit reports from news bureaus around the world. called it "maybe the best CD-ROM ever." Computer Corner host Walt Zwirko of the ABC-TV affiliate in Dallas said it was "destined des·tine tr.v. des·tined, des·tin·ing, des·tines 1. To determine beforehand; preordain: a foolish scheme destined to fail; a film destined to become a classic. 2. to become a classic." Chief Executive Officer George Grayson commented, "Monty Python Monty Python('s Flying Circus) British comedy troupe. The innovative group, formed in the early 1960s, came to prominence in the 1970s, first on television and later in films. continues to exceed our expectations. The reviews have been wonderful, and the response from customers has been great. We are strongly penetrating the distribution channel. All indications are that the product is selling well at retail." 7th Level, Inc. blends Hollywood creative artistry, proprietary production techniques, and world-class animators and producers to deliver quality multimedia products. The company's current products include TuneLand starring Howie Mandel, Monty Python's Complete Waste of Time and Monty Python's Flying Circus Monty Python’s Flying Circus ingenious, satiric show that uses both live action and animation. [Br. and Am. TV: Terrace, II, 108] See : Zaniness Desktop Pythonizer(TM). For more information regarding 7th Level and its products, please contact John Rizzuti at Rizzuti Marketing & Media Group, 214/394-5115, MCI Mail 596-3614, Compuserve 71072,1207 or Jenny Roelle at Bender, Goldman & Helper at 310/473-4147. For Investor Relations Investor relations The process by which the corporation communicates with its investors. , contact Dave Henkel, Chief Financial Officer at 7th Level 214/437-4858 ext. 2224. -0- Note to Editors: All trademarks and registered trademarks are properties of their respective owners. CONTACT: Bender Goldman & Helper, 310/473-4147;
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