The Queen of Peace Room

In The Queen of Peace Room, Magie Dominic reflects on fifty years of her life, using the metaphor of peeling away layers of memory to explore her experiences as a Newfoundlander turned New Yorker, artist, and writer. During an eight-day retreat with Catholic nuns in a remote setting, she delves into personal and collective histories, including moments of violence, loss, and resilience, while examining the connection between memory, art, and identity. The sanctuary of the titular room becomes a space for introspection, where Dominic captures vivid images of her past and the broader struggles faced by her generation.