I am with her
I am with her

Movie spotlight

I am with her

2023
Movie
12 min
French

Loona has just graduated from high school. She goes on vacation with a group of friends, including a guy she's been seeing. While there, she meets Maude, a local girl with whom she falls madly in love. These are the memories of that summer.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes57%
Metacritic46/100
Google Users80%
Director: Unjoo MoonGenres: Biography, Drama, History

Plot Summary

The film chronicles the life of Helen Reddy, a pioneering singer and activist who became a global feminist icon in the 1970s. It follows her journey from Australia to New York City, her struggles as a single mother, and her rise to international stardom with her hit song "I Am Woman". The narrative highlights her fight for equal rights and her impact on the feminist movement.

Critical Reception

I Am Woman received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for Tilda Cobham-Hervey's performance as Helen Reddy and the film's depiction of the feminist movement. However, some critics found the storytelling to be somewhat conventional and lacking in depth. Audiences generally responded positively to its inspirational message.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inspiring portrayal of a feminist icon and a strong lead performance.

  • Criticized for a by-the-numbers narrative structure that doesn't fully capture the complexity of its subject.

  • Appreciated for bringing Helen Reddy's story and music to a new generation.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a moving and inspiring biopic, appreciating its focus on Helen Reddy's activism and music. Many viewers felt it was a well-acted and important story about female empowerment, though some wished for more emotional depth.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Unjoo Moon, spent over a decade trying to get the biopic made, inspired by Helen Reddy's life and activism after meeting her in 2002.

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