She is an award winning writer/director. Janis grew up in North Wales surrounded by dynamic, working-class women. Their tangible force of energy and humour is something she reflects in her work, which explores the beauty and brutality of life.
The inclusion of song and music is a significant part of her work. Music is used to convey the wants and desires of her characters.
It does more than build mood and atmosphere; it becomes an integral part of the narrative.