Janis

Name: Janis
Genre: Documentary
Released: 1974-10-18
Duration: 96
Rating: 76

R 1 hr 36 min

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Directed by Howard Alk and completed several years after her death, this documentary showcases the life and music of the legendary rock star Janis Joplin. Comprised of interviews, personal footage, photographs and concert performances, "Janis" reads as an homage to the late singer, who died of a heroin overdose at the age of 27. Footage of her performances includes numerous television appearances -- before and after she reached stardom -- as well as her European tour and, of course, Woodstock.

GENRE: Documentary
RELEASE DATE: Friday, Oct 18, 1974

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How long is Janis?: Janis is 1 hr 36 min long.

Who directed Janis?: Howard Alk

What is Janis about?: Directed by Howard Alk and completed several years after her death, this documentary showcases the life and music of the legendary rock star Janis Joplin. Comprised of interviews, personal footage, photographs and concert performances, "Janis" reads as an homage to the late singer, who died of a heroin overdose at the age of 27. Footage of her performances includes numerous television appearances -- before and after she reached stardom -- as well as her European tour and, of course, Woodstock.