Representation of Amy

Question 1

How does the film represent Amy?

Answer 1

• It gives a more realistic representation of Amy compared to the harsh portrayal
• The documentary gives a rounded representation and shows her battling her demons fearing fame. This is shown when she states that she couldn’t be famous and enhanced as we see her when younger.

Question 2

How is Amy represented as a girlfriend?

Answer 2

• Amy is seen to be besotted with Blake who funded his crack cocaine and heroin addiction and therefore becomes addicted
• The film features her and Blake bandaged and bloodied which may emphasise her vulnerability

Question 3

How is Mitchell Winehouse represented?

Answer 3

• He demanded the film to be re-edited as it portrayed him as someone more caring for her success rather than welfare
• He is also significantly absent and Amy blames her childhood depression and addiction on his absence
• It is clear when it shows St Lucia as he invaded his daughter’s private holiday

Question 4

How is Blake Fielder-Civil portrayed?

Answer 4

• He is shown to be the catalyst for Amy’s drug addiction who uses her fame and money to fund his own habits.
• He is positioned as a negative influence