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Janis: Little Girl Blue

Janis: Little Girl Blue

2015·Movie·1h 46m15

Documentary, Music

7.3 / 10 (167 votes)

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.

Directed by
Amy J. Berg
Original language
English
Released
9 September 2015

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Last verified 2 Nov 2026

Cast

  • Janis Joplin

    Janis Joplin

    Herself (archive footage)

  • Cat Power

    Cat Power

    Narrator (voice)

  • D. A. Pennebaker

    D. A. Pennebaker

    Himself

  • Dick Cavett

    Dick Cavett

    Himself

  • Peter Albin

    Peter Albin

    Himself

  • KB

    Karleen Bennett

    Herself - Janis Joplin's childhood friend

  • LJ

    Laura Joplin

    Herself - Janis Joplin's sister

  • MJ

    Michael Joplin

    Himself - Janis Joplin's brother