A New Look at Amy Winehouse 10 Years After Her Passing
In July, a fresh documentary will premiere that dives into the life of the late British legend Amy Winehouse. It’s the 10‑year anniversary of her untimely death at 27, and BBC Two & BBC Music are bringing the story straight from the source: her mom, Janis Winehouse.
Who’s the Storyteller?
Janis, who battles multiple sclerosis but still keeps her voice loud and clear, says this is her chance to finally show the world the Amy she raised. The BBC described her as “a figure close to Amy who has rarely spoken to the world before, and whose view of events often contradicts what we’ve been told.”
“I don’t feel the world knew the true Amy, the one I raised, and I’m looking forward to the opportunity to show her real roots and give deeper insight,” Janis told the BBC in a March 31 statement.
What the Film Will Offer
- A trove of unseen family footage and photos that bring new dimensions to Amy’s story.
- The help of friends, family, and people who knew her best, all working to knit together a fuller picture.
- A “powerful and sensitive” homage that celebrates one of Britain’s most cherished and sorely missed talents, with a fresh, female‑led perspective.
The Backstory
Amy, the Grammy‑winning singer, died in July 2011 of alcohol poisoning at her home in London. She battled drinking and drug issues throughout her career, which no doubt added a tragic depth to her music.
Fans will get a new documentary after the 2015 Oscar‑winning AMY (by Asif Kapadia). Though the film earned applause, her father’s comments early on were grim: he called it “misleading” and said the family had cut ties with it.
Why It Matters
This upcoming doc is more than a tribute. It intends to reveal the layers behind the public persona and strip back the myth. For fans, it feels like a late‑night confessional that invites us to understand the real woman behind the soul‑soaked songs.
