Janis: Little Girl Blue

The 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

J Janis JoplinHerself (archive footage) C Cat PowerNarrator (voice) D D. A. PennebakerHimself D Dick CavettHimself P Peter AlbinHimself K Karleen BennettHerself - Janis Joplin's childhood friend L Laura JoplinHerself - Janis Joplin's sister M Michael JoplinHimself - Janis Joplin's brother