Renowned music icon Melissa Etheridge is set to be the focal point of the upcoming two-part docuseries 'I’m Not Broken' on Paramount+. The series, scheduled to air later this season on an undisclosed date, will delve into Etheridge's journey as she collaborates with incarcerated women from her Kansas hometown to create an original song.
The premise of the docuseries revolves around Etheridge receiving letters from five female residents of the Topeka Correctional Facility, a women's prison in Kansas. These letters serve as the inspiration for Etheridge to compose and perform a heartfelt song dedicated to these women. The project takes on added emotional weight as Etheridge, who tragically lost her son to opioids, seeks to address the challenges of addiction and connect with individuals often marginalized by society.
Through 'Melissa Etheridge: I’m Not Broken,' viewers will witness a narrative of healing and resilience, underscored by the transformative power of music. The series will tackle themes such as female incarceration, redemption, substance abuse, generational trauma, grief, and the journey towards healing.
In a statement, Etheridge expressed her enthusiasm for sharing this impactful story with audiences, highlighting the importance of shedding light on the struggles faced by incarcerated women and offering hope for those in similar situations. The docuseries is directed by Brian Morrow and Amy Scott, with production by Jonathan Lynch for Shark Pig Studios.
Notable executive producers involved in the project include Kathy Rivkin Daum and William Kennedy for BMG Films, Deb Klein for Primary Wave Music, and Bruce Gillmer and Michael Maniaci for MTV Entertainment Studios, alongside Melissa Etheridge herself.
'Melissa Etheridge: I’m Not Broken' is poised to premiere exclusively on Paramount+ later this year, providing viewers with a poignant and enlightening exploration of resilience, compassion, and the profound impact of music in overcoming adversity.
