This document discusses different interpretations and reactions that can be had from watching the documentary film "Amy". It analyzes specific scenes and editing techniques used in the film that portray Amy Winehouse's struggle with addiction. Students are asked to consider how the juxtaposition of scenes through editing impacts the overall impression of her decline, and whether her ex-husband is portrayed as villainous. The director provides further insight into intentions for the film in an interview.

1. Component
2: Section B
Documentary

2. Starter
‘it’s a bit upsetting at the
end, isn’t it?’
What part of the film does this come from and
how can we have different readings of this film?

4. Scene analysis
• Editing crucial here for selection of material
• Sound is also important
Why can we say that?

5. How do we feel about Blake in
this scene?
Why?

6. Why did Amy Winehouse die?

7. What do you think?
• The juxtaposition of all these techniques
through editing could be said to give the
overall impression of her slide into addiction
to hard drugs.
• Fielder-Civil is certainly classed as a villain and
her relationship with this man is clearly
detrimental to her career
• Clear alignment with Winehouse again

8. Plenary
• Place the shots descriptions in
order
• What effect is created from
this choice of editing?

10. How do you feel in the end? Why?

11. Activity
• Read through the article.
1. What further insights does the director give
you about the film Amy in this interview?
2. Are there any points made here that might
connect with your own experience of
watching the film?

12. Truth?
For Against