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Let the Canary Sing( 2023)

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The story of music's most authentic superstar.

Overview

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.

    Top Billed Cast

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      Cyndi Lauper

      Self

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      Billy Porter

      Self

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      Patti LaBelle

      Self

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      Boy George

      Self

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      Gloria Steinem

      Self - Ms. Magazine (archive footage)

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      Wendi Richter

      Self - Wrestler

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      Sammy James Jr

      Self - Musician & Songwriter

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      Rob Hyman

      Self - Musician & Songwriter

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      Holly George-Warren

      Self - Music Journalist & Author

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      Elen Lauper

      Self - Cyndi's Sister

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      John Turi

      Self

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    A review by Louisa Moore - Screen Zealots

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    Written by Louisa Moore - Screen Zealots on Fri Aug 04 2023
    Director Alison Ellwood’s “Let the Canary Sing,” a straightforward documentary about the life and career of 80s pop icon Cyndi Lauper, would be another forgettable, pedestrian movie if not for its kooky and unconventional subject. Long-celebrated for her unusual style, many will know Lauper as the unique voice behind beloved songs like “She Bop,” “Money Changes Everything” and “Time After Time, but Ellwood shines a light on the personal and social activist side of the music star. It’s so nice to see a film give this likable songbird the cinematic stage for a change. The documentary chroni...

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    Facts

    Status

    Released

    Original Language

    English

    Budget

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    Keywords

    • rock star
    • feminism
    • biography
    • music scene
    • semi-biographical
    • social & cultural documentary
    • music documentary
    • documentary
    • radical feminism
    • aging musician