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Lilith Fair Documentary: Celebrating Women in Music History

9/17/2025

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"Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery" is a documentary about the all-women music festival organized by Sarah McLachlan from 1997 to 1999.
Director Ally Pankiw emphasizes the festival's importance in a misogynistic music era.
The film features artists like Jewel, Erykah Badu, and Sheryl Crow, highlighting their influence on women's representation.
McLachlan's journals offer personal insights into her festival experiences.
The documentary addresses the festival's role as a social movement and is available for streaming on CBC and CBC Gem starting September 17.

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Story summary

"Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery" is a documentary about the all-women music festival organized by Sarah McLachlan from 1997 to 1999.
Director Ally Pankiw emphasizes the festival's importance in a misogynistic music era.
The film features artists like Jewel, Erykah Badu, and Sheryl Crow, highlighting their influence on women's representation.
McLachlan's journals offer personal insights into her festival experiences.
The documentary addresses the festival's role as a social movement and is available for streaming on CBC and CBC Gem starting September 17.