Let the Canary Sing (2023)
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
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Cyndi Lauper as Self |
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Billy Porter as Self |
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Patti LaBelle as Self |
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Boy George as Self |
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Gloria Steinem as Self - Ms. Magazine (archive footage) |
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Wendi Richter as Self - Wrestler |
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Sammy James Jr as Self - Musician & Songwriter |
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Rob Hyman as Self - Musician & Songwriter |
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Holly George-Warren as Self - Music Journalist & Author |
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Elen Lauper as Self - Cyndi's Sister |
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John Turi as Self |
| Sound | Stephen Barden | Supervising Sound Editor |
| Sound | Stefana Fratila | Sound Effects Editor |
| Camera | Michelle McCabe | Director of Photography |
| Directing | Alison Ellwood | Director |
| Production | Alison Ellwood | Producer |
| Editing | Juli Vizza | Editor |
| Production | Trevor Birney | Producer |
| Production | Eimhear O'Neill | Producer |
| Production | Andrew Tully | Producer |
| Production | Lisa Barbaris | Producer |