Janis: Little Girl Blue

A warm, bittersweet portrait of a blazing talent, carried by her own letters and electrifying performance footage.

Directed by

Amy J. Berg

Genres

Documentary, Music

Starring

Janis Joplin, Cat Power, D. A. Pennebaker

Overview

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.

How it feels

Melancholic, warm, earnest and dark. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Identity, isolation, addiction, music

Content

Mild sexual content and language. No violence or gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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