Let the Canary Sing
“The story of music's most authentic superstar.”
2023•1h 39m•6.5•Released
DocumentaryMusic
A chronicle of Cyndi Lauper's meteoric ascent to stardom and her profound impact on generations through her music, ever-evolving punk style, unwavering feminism and tireless advocacy. This documentary takes the audience on an engaging exploration of a renowned and pioneering artist who has left a remarkable legacy with her art.
Director
Alison Ellwood
Languages
English
Studio
Fine Point Films
Cast
Cyndi Lauper
Self
Billy Porter
Self
Patti LaBelle
Self
Boy George
Self
Gloria Steinem
Self - Ms. Magazine (archive footage)
Wendi Richter
Self - Wrestler
Sammy James Jr
Self - Musician & Songwriter
Rob Hyman
Self - Musician & Songwriter
Holly George-Warren
Self - Music Journalist & Author
Elen Lauper
Self - Cyndi's Sister
John Turi
Self
Production
Company
Fine Point Films
Company
Sony Music Entertainment
Company
Concord Originals
Producer
Alison Ellwood
Producer
Andrew Tully
Producer
Trevor Birney
Producer
Eimhear O'Neill
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