Film Review: ‘Back to Black’ Cautionary Tale of Talented But Troubled, Tortured Soul

People often tell artists, like writers, to write what they know.

That is why the work of many artists have similar themes and styles.

It is also imperative that an artist know who they are not before they get into the entertainment business because executives will try to make them into something that they are not, and audiences often respond better to authenticity.

But most importantly, as shown in the Amy Winehouse biopic “Back to Black,” it is also important that artists know exactly who they are, for better or worse, because if they do not conquer their demons before fame and fortune, those devils will devour them and rip their bones to shreds just when all their dreams are coming true before their very eyes.

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