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Janis Joplin is one of the most revered and iconic rock ‘n’ roll singers of all time, a tragic and misunderstood figure who thrilled millions and blazed new creative trails before her death in 1970 at age 27. Oscar-nominated documentarian Amy Berg examines Joplin’s story in depth for the first time on film, using electrifying archival footage, interviews with family and friends and rare personal letters to present an intimate and insightful portrait that offers new understanding of a complex woman and artist who changed music forever. Interviews include Dick Cavett, Country Joe McDonald, Clive Davis, Melissa Etheridge, Juliette Lewis, DA Pennebaker, Bob Weir. Producers: Alex Gibney, Amy J. Berg, Jeffrey Jampol, Katherine LeBlond. Writer/Director: Amy J. Berg. (US 2015) 105 min.