Patti Smith: Electric Poet

Overview

At just 20, Patti Smith burst onto the New York scene, challenging the boundaries of rock, poetry, and artistic expression. Today, at 74, she stands as a cultural icon who has navigated the worlds of music, acting, and activism. This documentary chronicles her journey, beginning with her childhood in rural New Jersey, shaped by a strict Jehovah's Witness upbringing. Feeling like an outsider, Patti sought to forge her own identity, ultimately distancing herself from the constraints of her upbringing to embrace a vibrant, multifaceted life as an artist.