Amy Winehouse film Back to Black: 'Paparazzi are the villains', not Blake
The photograph used in this blog post was sourced from PA Media/Studio Canal.
Here are some possible rewrites: - In the first image, we see Amy Winehouse herself singing in 2008, and in the second image we see Marisa Abela playing her in the movie. - One picture shows the authentic Amy Winehouse singing in 2008, while the other exhibits Marisa Abela impersonating her as part of the film. - Here we have two depictions of the iconic singer Amy Winehouse: one capturing her live performance from 2008, and the other featuring actress Marisa Abela embodying her in the film. - The left-hand side portrays Amy Winehouse in the flesh, bringing her music to life on stage in 2008, while the right-hand side depicts Marisa Abela assuming the role of the late artist in the biographical movie.
Amy Winehouse was a legendary musician during her brief existence, but her tumultuous personal life was frequently scrutinized by the media.
Her connection with Blake Fielder-Civil garnered media attention and she was followed by camera people at her weakest moments.
The person in charge of a recently released movie based on the life of Winehouse claimed that it was the paparazzi and addiction that were portrayed as the villains, not her former spouse.
During an interview with the BBC, Sam Taylor-Johnson stated that it was not her position to make any critical assessments.
The motion picture titled "Back to Black" portrays the life story of Winehouse. It depicts her transformation from a self-assured teenager residing in the northern parts of London to a prominent figure in the music industry worldwide.
Marisa Abela, who starred in Barbie as well as the BBC drama Industry, has been cast to play the character of Winehouse. Actor Jack O'Connell, notable for his roles in Skins and This Is England, has also been chosen to portray the role of Fielder-Civil.
The source of the image is Getty Images.
The movie dramatizes the singer's romance with Blake Fielder-Civil.
Taylor-Johnson, who helmed the 2009 John Lennon biographical picture Nowhere Boy, expressed her desire to have a rendezvous with Fielder-Civil before commencing with the shooting, but unfortunately, it was infeasible for her to do so.
They sought to comprehend the reason behind Amy's infatuation with him, thus they didn't want to depict him as a simplistic antagonist," the speaker explains. "To fathom why she composed one of the finest albums about their romance, we needed to develop an appreciation for his character."
Regarding Blake, I did not have the right to criticize someone who was clearly struggling with addiction, and their passionate but unhealthy relationship was not my place to intervene.
The source of the image is Dean Rogers from Studio Canal.
Abela had the pleasure to meet the talented actress Lesley Manville, who portrayed the beloved character of grandmother Cynthia Winehouse in an award-winning film.
Taylor-Johnson and Abela didn't get a chance to meet Amy Winehouse's former spouse, but they managed to encounter other relatives of the vocalist.
"Out of respect," the filmmaker visited Winehouse's parents before commencing production as she was creating a movie about their child.
She mentioned that they did not partake in the creation of Back to Black and therefore cannot dictate her actions or abilities at that time.
But, eventually, the family went to the filming location and had the opportunity to meet Abela while she was portraying the character of Amy. Abela expressed, "It was extremely crucial for me to conduct myself with dignity and have a deep understanding of the sensitivity of that particular moment."
The picture was obtained from Dean Rogers, who works for Studio Canal.
Eddie Marsan portrays Mitch, the father of Amy Winehouse.
There are people who don't think a movie biopic about Winehouse was a good idea because they feel it came too soon after her untimely death from alcohol poisoning back in 2011, at the young age of only 27.
Following the Back to Black preview debut, certain individuals on social media expressed dissatisfaction with Abela's portrayal of the deceased vocalist, citing her lack of resemblance in both appearance and vocal ability.
Abela performs a singing act in the movie but states that it was not compulsory to do so in order to land the role. She reveals her admiration towards Winehouse and says that it was a soothing experience for her.
Before starting with the filming, the performer took singing classes. The core aspect for her was that music was the mode through which Amy intended to narrate her tale. If you can sing in a way that reflects the singing style of Amy, you can convey every story precisely the way she wanted to express it.
The concept of connecting with Amy as a person, rather than just Amy as a famous singer, was truly thrilling to me. I was eager to experience the woman behind the celebrity.
According to Taylor-Johnson, it was crucial for her to select an actor that would not try to mimic or imitate Amy completely.
During the auditions, there were numerous talented performers who resembled or imitated her. Despite this, Marisa stood out by being authentic and not attempting to copy her style through accessories such as earrings or eyeliner.
The picture comes from Getty Images.
Gathering around her. It was a chaotic scene, with fans and photographers clamoring to get a glimpse of the singer. The police had to intervene to ensure her safety and escort her home. On a certain occasion, Amy Winehouse was surrounded by paparazzi and fans outside her home. It was a frenzy of activity as people were eager to catch a glimpse of the musician. The police had to take action to protect her and safely escort her back home.
The opinions regarding the movie have not been published at this time. However, Barbara Ellen recently shared some thoughts related to the cast in The Observer. She stated that it's not necessary for the actors to resemble Amy Winehouse to a tee, but it's critical for them to be talented.
When discussing Abela's singing ability, she mentioned, "Abela's voice isn't an exact replica of Amy's - but why should that matter? If it was effortless to mimic Winehouse's talent, what would make her stand out as truly unique?"
The movie emphasizes how the media chased after Winehouse. It shows photographers waiting outside her house and surrounding her when she was in public.
In a particular instance, she stumbled outside a drugstore and a swarm of paparazzi swarmed in to capture the ideal picture without offering assistance to her.
Although the events may have been portrayed in an exaggerated manner, the way the media treated the celebrity is widely recorded.
Reflecting on the pieces composed about the vocalist during her peak of drug dependency induces uneasiness while reading.
One quote reads, "Amy Winehouse's skin is in such a bad condition that even a large amount of makeup can't conceal it."
Someone else comments: "It's quite surprising when the tattoo of a popular woman on your arm looks more presentable compared to your own appearance."
The vocalist appears to be visibly distressed and unhealthy in numerous candid shots taken by the media.
Marisa Abela desires the movie to display Amy Winehouse's remarkable musical talent.
However, have the circumstances altered? Moreover, is it feasible that the approach of the media towards Winehouse and other celebrities such as Britney Spears would occur in the present era?
When asked if society and the media have progressed, Taylor-Johnson answers by saying that she believed we had advanced to a point where such occurrences would not happen anymore, but it seems like it is still happening presently.
Abela and Taylor-Johnson share the desire for their movie to highlight Winehouse's exceptional musical talents and inspire viewers to stream her songs after leaving the theater.
According to the director, he believes that she would feel that they have given her music back, but in a new and unique way.
I hope that she would be filled with a sense of pride for both herself and us.
Abela also mentions how proud she is of herself, as she has been able to accomplish so much at such a young age. She highlights her achievements and everything she has been able to create.
I wish for her to view it and experience a sense of pride in all that she achieved.
On April 12th, the film Back to Black will hit UK theaters.
