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Janis: Little Girl Blue
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Janis: Little Girl Blue

2015-09-09 · 106 min · ★ 7.3

Documentary · Music

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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Directors
Amy J. Berg
Production companies
Jigsaw Productions, Disarming Films, American Masters Pictures, Union Entertainment Group, Sony Music Entertainment, Artemis Rising
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Janis JoplinJanis JoplinSelf (archive footage)
Cat PowerCat PowerNarrator (voice)
D. A. PennebakerD. A. PennebakerSelf
Dick CavettDick CavettSelf
Peter AlbinPeter AlbinSelf
Karleen BennettSelf - Janis Joplin's childhood friend
Laura JoplinLaura JoplinSelf - Janis Joplin's sister
Michael JoplinMichael JoplinSelf - Janis Joplin's brother

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