Janis: Little Girl Blue

Amy J. Berg
2015-09-09


7.3
106 min

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

Name Character Team
Janis Joplin Herself (archive footage) Unowned
Cat Power Narrator (voice) Unowned
D. A. Pennebaker Himself Unowned
Dick Cavett Himself Unowned
Peter Albin Himself Unowned
Karleen Bennett Herself - Janis Joplin's childhood friend Unowned
Laura Joplin Herself - Janis Joplin's sister Unowned
Michael Joplin Himself - Janis Joplin's brother Unowned