Something about the tragedy of Amy Winehouse , which she shared through her music, provokes a visceral emotional response in me. So much unique talent and genius in such a flawed, self-destructive, young woman. The movie did a great job of harnessing that pathos.
I appreciated that this movie didn't sensationalize her troubles, nor seek to attribute blame for them. We are shown an Amy with the hopes and dreams of most young women; love, motherhood and meaning in life. At the same time we see how incredible giftedness and exceptional ability appears in otherwise normal, relatable people; who aren't even remotely equipped to deal with consequences it brings.
I'd have liked the movie to more deeply explore the themes of dependent personalities and toxic coping mechanisms. More substantive 'how' and 'why', rather than just showing us a series of life events and leaving us to speculate on the inner turmoils.
I desperately want to understand, to get inside her psyche, to see this inexorable ill-fated journey from behind her eyes. Sadly, the movie didn't deliver that.
The movie entertained in a saddening way: a joyless, hopeless tragedy reflecting the reality. It delivered factual context to her music and lyrics. But it fell short of its potential.
I appreciated that this movie didn't sensationalize her troubles, nor seek to attribute blame for them. We are shown an Amy with the hopes and dreams of most young women; love, motherhood and meaning in life. At the same time we see how incredible giftedness and exceptional ability appears in otherwise normal, relatable people; who aren't even remotely equipped to deal with consequences it brings.
I'd have liked the movie to more deeply explore the themes of dependent personalities and toxic coping mechanisms. More substantive 'how' and 'why', rather than just showing us a series of life events and leaving us to speculate on the inner turmoils.
I desperately want to understand, to get inside her psyche, to see this inexorable ill-fated journey from behind her eyes. Sadly, the movie didn't deliver that.
The movie entertained in a saddening way: a joyless, hopeless tragedy reflecting the reality. It delivered factual context to her music and lyrics. But it fell short of its potential.
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