The first trailer of Amy Winehouse's biopic, Back To Black, starring Marisa Abela, has been unveiled. The film, set to hit U.S. theaters on May 10, offers a glimpse into the life and legacy of the late Amy Winehouse.
For those unaware, Marisa Abela is popular for her role in the TV series Industry. In the trailer of Amy Winehouse's biopic, Back To Black, Abela expresses:
"I don't write songs to be famous. I write songs 'cause I don't know what I'd do if I didn't."
This scene sets the stage for the portrayal of Winehouse's rise to stardom and her early relationship with her ex-husband, Blake Fielder-Civil.
This biopic is directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson and penned by Matt Greenhalgh. The biopic will revolve around Winehouse's years in London during the early 2000s and her intense journey to fame.
The upcoming biopic, Back To Black, is going to be the first film tribute and biopic tribute to Amy Winehouse.
Marisa Abela shares similarities with Winehouse: Know all about Abela
Marisa Abela was born on December 7, 1996, in Brighton, East Sussex, England. Abela shares some similarities with Winehouse, being both English and Jewish.
It is worth noting that they both have Jewish heritage and have another similarity of being English. Moreover, while their musical styles differ, the two artists share a passion for expressing their emotions through their work.
Amy Winehouse, renowned for her soulful and jazz-influenced sound, captivated audiences with her raw and emotionally charged lyrics. Marisa Abela, on the other hand, has made a name for herself in the acting world but has also expressed her love for music.
In an interview, Abela mentioned her diverse cultural background, having a Maltese Arab father and a mother from a family of Polish Jewish refugees.
Before getting into acting, Marisa was a human rights lawyer but ultimately chose to pursue her passion for acting. She studied at the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) and graduated in 2019. Marisa Abela first caught the attention of people through her role in the TV series Industry.
It is worth noting that in the biopic, Jack O'Connell portrays Amy's ex-husband, Blake Fielder-Civil. Eddie Marsan is playing the role of Amy's father, Mitch, while Juliet Cowan will be playing the role of Amy's mother, Janis. Lesley Manville takes on the role of Amy's grandmother, Cynthia.
Everything to know about Amy Winehouse—the legendary singer
Amy Winehouse was a British singer and songwriter. She was born on September 14, 1983, in London, England, and quickly became one of the most iconic voices in the music industry during the mid-2000s.
Winehouse's breakthrough came with her second album, Back to Black, released in 2006. This album earned critical acclaim and won her five Grammy Awards, including Record of the Year and Best New Artist. And now her biopic film is named Back To Black to pay tribute to her.
It is also worth noting that, even though she had a successful career, Winehouse struggles, particularly with substance abuse and mental health issues.
Her battles with addiction were widely publicized, overshadowing her musical achievements. Tragically, Winehouse passed away on July 23, 2011, at the age of 27, succumbing to alcohol poisoning.