Johnny Cash: Half Mile a Day

Johnny Cash: Half Mile a Day

2000 · 95 min · ★ 9.5 · Music, Documentary

Documentary detailing the incredible six-decade career and life of Johnny Cash, 'The Man in Black', through performance footage, rare archival footage, photos and commentary.

Directed by Al Greenfield · Written by Martin Melhuish

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Ian MacLean Self - Host

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