Janis: Little Girl Blue
2015, Film, 103 min, Biography, Documentary, Music, English, United States, MoviePedia score 70
Janis Joplin is one of the most respected and iconic rock & roll singers of all time, a tragic and misunderstood figure who captivated millions of listeners and blazed new creative trails before her death in 1970 at age 27. Director Amy Berg explored Joplin's story in depth. A portrait of a complicated, driven and often beleaguered artist. Joplin's own words recount a series of letters she wrote to her family over the years. Janis was a vessel of energy when she sang. Her rapid rise and untimely death changed music forever.
Directed by Amy Berg
Cast
- Cat Power as Janis Joplin
- Karleen Bennett as Self - Janis Joplin's Childhood Friend
- Laura Joplin as Self - Janis Joplin's Sister
- Michael Joplin as Self - Janis Joplin's Brother
- J. Dave Moriaty as Self - Janis Joplin's Schoolfriend
- Jack Smith as Self - Janis Joplin's Schoolfriend
- Powell St. John as Self
- Jae Whitaker as Self
- Travis Rivers as Self
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