NOMI'S PICS

During my teenage years, Helen Reddy's music slipped from my radar, but the power of her "I Am Woman" anthem remained lodged in my memory. Even now, I can still belt out the lyrics with an emphatic fist in the air, proudly declaring, "I am strong, I am invincible!"

This film is a testament to how the intersections of life and love can lead to unexpected inspiration and growth, offering lighthearted moments and deeper reflections on the nature of creativity and human connection.

This film combines thrilling action with a dash of historical intrigue, delivering an entertaining ride that aligns perfectly with my cherished memories of action-packed movie nights with my dad.

Despite the grandeur of her public image, the documentary reveals a woman who is deeply human, grappling with vulnerability and uncertainty while remaining steadfast in her commitment to her art.

With his innate ability to craft songs that resonate emotionally with listeners, Keb' Mo' has fans that span from longtime blues aficionados to younger people discovering the genre through his music for the first time.

My mom revered Gloria, and feminism was fed to me with my baby food. So, when I saw that this trailblazer of 20th-century feminism was on, I clapped my hands together and said, “Let’s go!”

Mix a good spy novel with great historical elements and voila, a perfect summer read! This story revolves around three women from diverse backgrounds united by a mission to break encrypted enemy codes in WWII.

My lived experience often attracts me to stories of women and their struggles with poorly timed or unwanted pregnancies and their harrowing journeys navigating through what would be suitable for themselves, their families, and their babies in a complex world. 

Trying isn't just another show; it's a rare gem that offers a heartwarming escape from the relentless barrage of negativity in today's news cycle with its seamless fusion of friendship, humor, and a deeply resonant message.

Bonnie used a Wizard of Oz analogy about herself - when Dorothy pulls back the curtain and reveals an ordinary person. I can’t tell you how much I loved knowing this about Bonnie and that she is willing to share it so openly. 

For those of us who grew up in the 1970s and 1980s, the idea of a middle-aged woman being seen as anything but a mother figure by a 20-something pop star seems far-fetched. But Anne Hathaway's character in this film breaks those stereotypes.

This documentary made me understand why I adore Gene Wilder as much as I do! With stories and anecdotes told by people who knew and loved him, particularly Mel Brooks, this film paints a vivid picture of a man whose talent and kindness were legendary. 

The Invisible Hour is a captivating blend of historical fiction and intertextuality. It weaves together elements from Nathaniel Hawthorne's The Scarlet Letter (1850) with a fresh narrative in which Hawthorne himself becomes a character and a love interest through the intriguing concept of time travel.

Since my teenage years, Bob Marley has had an undeniably strong effect on my mood. His songs make me think and feel deeply, sing loudly, and dance joyously. Most importantly, they remind me of good times, travel, and people I love. 

A journey back in time to the rise of French fashion after WW2 in Paris. It portrays the parallel journeys of survival and sacrifice that Christian Dior and Coco Chanel navigated during the Nazi occupation of France and the different moral pathways they took to survive the war. 

Rostov forges profound relationships and heartwarming bonds within the hotel's confines. There are nuggets of wisdom scattered throughout, but the one that lingers and serves as the core message is: “A man must master his circumstances or otherwise be mastered by them.”

I love that this novel begins with the ending scene. It was not a spoiler for me because the beauty was in the telling of what transpired in the lives of the main characters between when they first met and when they meet again. 

This is a lyrical novel of contrasts, with moments of pure passion and others of excruciating truth. It opened up an inner dialogue that forced me to examine my relationships and those of my parents and grandparents.

Dianne Whelan's journey is not just about personal accomplishments but about the connections she makes with people, the land, and herself. Her love for Canada and its people is contagious, and her story will leave you with a renewed sense of hope in the goodness of others and the kindness of strangers.

It will have you feeling all the feels - sadness, frustration, irritation, amusement, and love, as the story unfolds. I can imagine The Holdovers becoming a holiday classic for those who tire of the steady stream of Hallmark movies.

With beautiful ballads or groovy, danceable tunes, he is surprising, not least because he is covered in tattoos, piercings, and other physical embellishments that are unexpected from someone singing about desperate love.