Saw the documentary "Amy"

[Farrell Jackson]

Gayle and I took in a matinee at The State Theater yesterday. They usually have an interesting avant-garde menu of movies on a regular basis. Another plus is they serve adult beverages, lol!

We saw the documentary on Amy Winehouse. It's was surprising how many home movies and on the road videos that were taken of her every move, which included all the ups and downs of someone spiraling  out of control with substance abuse and bulimia. She had a great voice and songwriting style that I liked especially when she gravitated away from the heavy jazz style to include a bit more pop. I didn't realize she played guitar as well as she did. The sad thing was how all the people that surrounded her, that could have truly helped her were  leaches and in it to grab all they could for themselves. Her dad seemed the worst of the bunch.

The scenes with her recording a duet with Tony Bennett at Abbey Road Studios were excellent. Nice mics and recording gear!

Anyway, a bit depressing but a good one nonetheless. It reminded me of a parallel of Janis Joplin's life and struggles. I recommend it if it comes around.

Farrell 

[Oldrottenhead]

looking forward to that. recently the bbc rebroadcast a mini documentary of a gig she did in a small church in dingle. electrifying performances.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7BfZ1bxuNXI

[Hilary]

I'm a huge fan and can't wait to see it. She was an amazing talent.

[Groundy]

Sounds really good........

[Hook]

Been hearing some really great interviews with some people involved. Looking forward to seeing it even though I never was a fan.