biography,woodstock, new york,rock concert,woman director,recording session,heroin withdrawl

Janis: Little Girl Blue (2015)

Poster for Janis: Little Girl Blue

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.

Cast & Crew

Director
Amy J. Berg
  • Profile picture of Janis Joplin
    Herself (archive footage) Janis Joplin
  • Profile picture of Cat Power
    Narrator (voice) Cat Power
  • Profile picture of D. A. Pennebaker
    Himself D. A. Pennebaker
  • Profile picture of Dick Cavett
    Himself Dick Cavett
  • Profile picture of Peter Albin
    Himself Peter Albin

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Keywords

  • biography
  • woodstock, new york
  • rock concert
  • woman director
  • recording session
  • heroin withdrawl