Normal To Me
An engaging feature documentary that intimately explores the lives of individuals with special needs, all employed at a protective workshop in the charming seaside town of Fish Hoek.
In a heartfelt documentary, Normal To Me explores the lives of adults with intellectual disabilities at the Joyce Chevalier Centre in the coastal town of Fish Hoek. Founded in the 1970s, the Centre serves as a protective workshop offering employment, empowerment, and support to its members. Through a warm, playful, and empathetic lens, the film delves into themes of acceptance, inclusion, and the power of embracing our differences, as it follows the personal journeys of individuals navigating everyday life. From learning to drive, to training as a champion bodybuilder, or falling in love, the film captures the ambition, independence, and spirit as they shape their own paths. With vibrant visuals, dynamic sequences, and intimate interviews with families and friends, the film challenges society’s stereotypes and preconceived ideas that often hinder true connection and community. Normal To Me invites us to celebrate diversity and resilience, offering a glimpse into the persistence of the human spirit, and revealing that the world is far less typical than we think.
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