Back to Black

The movie is beautifuly done, but the screenplay is horrible. It’s a version approved by Amy’s father and you can tell from a distance. All people who worked with Amy talked about how she wanted help but he forced her to go on and earn more money. This is absolutely fake and one-sided story, but not Amy’s story. It’s just her father earning even more money off of her. Don’t bother watching.

I'm not necessarily the greatest expert on Amy Winehouse's career. But of course I am aware of her biggest hits, her drug problems, and the circumstances surrounding her untimely death. And based on everything I know, it's fair to say that the singer clearly stood out from the masses with her art. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said about this biopic, as it offers little more than a superficial and simplistic account of Winehouse's rise and fall. Lead actress Marisa Abela does her job well, with her vocal performances standing out in particular. But beyond that, there is a lack of creative ideas in the production. There certainly could have been a bit more imagination. At the end of the day, I'm just as knowledgeable about Amy Winehouse's life after the movie as I was before. But at least it has piqued my interest in the documentary "Amy." Because based on the reviews, it should tell you a lot more about her background. Furthermore, the people close to the late singer are probably examined a little more critically than here. Meanwhile, with regard to "Back to Black," I can only recommend the album; unfortunately, the movie is pretty forgettable.