Janis Ian: Breaking Silence
Varda Bar-Kar, Director. Janis Ian tells her remarkable life story with Joan Baez, Jean Smart, Lily Tomlin, among other icons. Ian broke ground with “Society’s Child” (1966), a bold take on interracial love and “At Seventeen” (1975), a searing anthem about bullying. Along with her musical accomplishments, the film gives an intimate look into the challenges Ian faced within the industry and her struggles to hide her sexual identity before coming out as a lesbian during the release of her 1993 album “Breaking Silence.” Her fearless songwriting and musical brilliance continue to influence artists today. 114 Min. CC
“Ian’s true voice, the one that mattered, has never been limited to her instrument. It lives in the courage to tell her story, to sing her truths, and to advocate for those without a platform.” – Chelsea Jawn, Movie Jawn