The read
A Balasaur Score of 78 out of 100, drawn from IMDb 7.4/10, Rotten Tomatoes 94%, Metacritic 74/100. Scores higher than 75% of the 2,099 2010s documentary movies in this catalog. Streaming on Prime and Tubi.
Synopsis
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.
Ratings
167 audience votes
Key crew
- Amy J. BergDirector
- Amy J. BergWriter
- Joel ShearerOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Janis JoplinHerself (archive footage)
- Cat PowerNarrator (voice)
- D. A. PennebakerHimself
- Dick CavettHimself
- Peter AlbinHimself
- Karleen BennettHerself - Janis Joplin's childhood friend
- Laura JoplinHerself - Janis Joplin's sister
- Michael JoplinHimself - Janis Joplin's brother
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