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Janis: Little Girl Blue
Documentary · Music · 2015
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.
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Janis: Little Girl Blue
2015 Documentary · Music 1h 46m
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7.3 / 10
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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.
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The Popcorn Loyalist
“Big screen, big feelings, no apologies.”
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Names above the title
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Cast & crew
Directed by
Amy J. Berg
Written by
Amy J. Berg
Janis Joplin
Herself (archive footage)
Cat Power
Narrator (voice)
D. A. Pennebaker
Himself
Dick Cavett
Himself
Peter Albin
Himself
K
Karleen Bennett
Herself - Janis Joplin's childhood friend
L
Laura Joplin
Herself - Janis Joplin's sister
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Put Janis: Little Girl Blue on trial.
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The prosecution The Popcorn Loyalist
“Importance has entered the chat.”
The production keeps announcing its significance, as though awards-season posture were proof of insight.