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There Will Be Games

I went into this documentary not really knowing much about Amy Winehouse and certainly not a fan of her music, mostly only knowing "Rehab."

This film really blew me away on several levels at once. Firstly, I was never a fan of jazz singing and to see how powerful poetic lyrics are when put into song, especially coming from the person that lived those personal experiences, well...it makes for a heck of a haunting performance.

Secondly, this is a film on addiction. It'll speak to many of us who have loved ones that we know have problems with addiction. The way the media handled her reminds me so much of the Craig Ferguson monologue on Feb 20, 2007, and how he spoke of this as something to not joke about. I can't help but wonder if he was also thinking of Amy in that monologue, who was maybe having troubles at that time.

The way she interacts with Tony Bennett for the recording of Duets II will make you think of the work he's doing today with Lady Gaga and it really hits home an immense sense of loss of talent from losing Amy so young. Again, I went into this not having a positive view of her at all.

This documentary is amazing because it can transform, it will challenge, and through it all it will frame everything through some amazing vocal performances and beautifully-written songs.

I think it's essential viewing because it might be enough to help push you to help someone you love when you recognize they might be in trouble. I'm actually frightened to hear her music now, knowing where these songs come from and what they represent.

Very, very moving.

Heart rating: 5 stars

Brain rating: 4.5 stars

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