Janis Joplin Documentary To Premiere In September
A new Janis Joplin documentary is scheduled to make its theatrical debut at the Venice Film Festival in September. NME reports that the film, titled Janis, directed by Amy Berg, will include narration from Chan Marshall, better known as singer Cat Power, who “will read letters Joplin wrote to her friends and lovers.”More »
By on July 31, 2015
A new Janis Joplin documentary is scheduled to make its theatrical debut at the Venice Film Festival in September. NME reports that the film, titled Janis, directed by Amy Berg, will include narration from Chan Marshall, better known as singer Cat Power, who “will read letters Joplin wrote to her friends and lovers.” Berg shared her enthusiasm in a press release, saying, “After attempting to get this film off the ground for seven years, I am ecstatic that the film is finally ready to be seen. This has been a labor of love, and I cannot wait to share Janis’ unique, intimate story with the world. Chan Marshall has delivered a beautiful, introspective voice of Janis’ by reading her letters.” The 72nd Venice Film Festival runs September 2-12. Copyright(c) 2015 RTTNews.com. All Rights ReservedLess «