Nine Hundred Nights - Big Brother and the Holding Company

USA 2001, 148 minutes
Rating: [M]
Genres: Music, Documentary / Pop/Rock

Aroview: A documentary survey of the career of Janis Joplin and her backing band 'The Holding Company', including rare live footage. Narrated by Rip Torn.

Includes D.A. Pennebaker's rarely-seen live Generation Club footage of "Piece Of My Heart," and "Comin' Home," their breakout performance of "Ball And Chain" and the unreleased "Combination Of The Two" from Monterey Pop; Cheap Thrills recording session of "Summertime," rehearsal and studio performances of "Down On Me,""Blow My Mind,"Hall of The Mountain King" and "Light Is Faster Than Sound."

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4 stars (Very Good) A vital piece in history of Rock. Shots back to 1963 but most 65-69. Rewrites Janis' story as part of a group who cared for and launched her career. The ruthless ambition of Janis is exposed but seen to be inevitable. Extra interviews a must-see. ~Sandy