Plot
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
Janis Joplin
Herself (archive footage)
Cat Power
Narrator (voice)
D. A. Pennebaker
Himself
Dick Cavett
Himself
Peter Albin
Himself
Karleen Bennett
Herself - Janis Joplin's childhood friend
Laura Joplin
Herself - Janis Joplin's sister
Michael Joplin
Himself - Janis Joplin's brother
Crew
Amy J. Berg
Director
Alex Gibney
Producer
Amy J. Berg
Producer
Jeff Jampol
Producer
Katherine LeBlond
Producer
Amy J. Berg
Writer
Joel Shearer
Original Music Composer
Francesco Carrozzini
Director of Photography
Paula Huidobro
Director of Photography
Jenna Rosher
Director of Photography
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