The media followed Amy Winehouse’s life with intense interest, and when she died, many felt it was an inevitable outcome. The 2015 film _Amy_ recounts her story, beginning before she became famous, through her rise to stardom, and then detailing her descent into substance abuse. It's a somber and depressing documentary, and at times incredibly upsetting. I’ve heard someone jokingly describe it as the "best found f…

It’s striking how often people say “I should have known” after watching "This Is It," and I suspect the same will be true of this film. Many viewers outside of English-speaking countries may not even know who Michael Jackson was, and my own experience mirrors that—before seeing this documentary, I wasn't familiar with Amy Winehouse or her music. So, I want to thank the director for creating a film that introduced me …