Janis- The Way She Was [VHS]

Janis Joplin Tape Review
This is an excellent tape with 14 songs and several interviews. I have watched it many times since purchasing the tape. The tape plays very well and sounds great.

Great film about Janis Joplin.
This film chronicles the life and times, of singer Janis Joplin. She was one of the most important rock icon, of the 60s. And not only because of her incredibly intense singing style, but also because Janis lived life on her own terms. No other female rock singer before Janis, ever conveyed the blistering, fierce emotions, that were typical of her stage performances. The film shows Janis in several live performances, over the course of her career. Including her spectacular performances on the Dick Cavette Show, at Woodstock, the Montery Pop Festival, etc. Much of this movie also includes several interviews, with Janis herself. She speaks frankly about why she chose to be a singer, her relationship with her family, and her difficulties growing-up in her ultraconservative hometown, Port Arthur, Texas. Janis is even shown attending her High school reunion in Port Arthur, after she becomes famous. She felt vindicated afterwards. Those who had humiliated her when she was in High school, were clamoring to suck-up to her, when she attended her reunion. This film included footage of Janis rehearsing and recording, with the bands that she sang with; Big Brothet & The Holding Company, The Kosmic Blues Band, and The Full-Tilt Boogie Band. She had her ups and downs with her band members; Big Brother felt that Janis deserted them, when she decided to leave the band. Janis had a reputation for being this tough chick, who was hard-drinking, loud, foul-mouthed, and displaying a raunchy, uninhibited sexuality. But, as the interviews with her revealed, Janis was also a sensitive and intelligent young woman. And she exuded an aching, emotional vulnerability. Beneath her veneer of bravado, Janis had the same insecurities as the rest of us. If you're a Janis Joplin fan, this film is a must-see.

Janis: The Way She Was
Awesome video. Interviews and performances are special. There is not much out there on Janis which is why this is such a great video. Tape came in great condition and as advertised. Quick shipping. If you like Janis, this video is a must have! I was lucky enough to see Janis live in 1968 when she performed in Cleveland, Ohio. She has always been my favorite female performer. Get this video if you can!

janis
the movie- I made my dad sit through it twice, when I was a kid.

Excellent Documentary! Must have for fans
Unfortunately I was not around when Janis hit the scene, however, watching this video makes me realize who she was as a person and entertainer. I really love this and could watch it over and over. I like the way they did the video- it has mixed studio sessions along with live performances and interviews with Janis all sprinkled together throughout. Just listening to Janis talk is very plesant since you get the feeling that she was a hurting sole deep down but extremely intelligent as well. She really knew how to rock a crowd though and all her performances- she gives it her all. Many times after a live performance you see the audience come to their feet and clap. I hope in the future they come out with more of these videos of Janis or at least put this on DVD- it's so neat to watch! 5/5 definitely