STORY
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
- Janis Joplin
- Cat Power
- D. A. Pennebaker
- Dick Cavett
- Peter Albin
Cast
- Amy J. Berg
- Alex Gibney
- Garret Price
Directors
INFORMATION
- Jigsaw Productions
- Disarming Films
- American Masters Pictures
- Union Entertainment Group
- Sony Music Entertainment
- Artemis Rising
Production Companies
- United States of America
Production Countries
LANGUAGES
- English