A Perfectly Normal Family

The film follows Emma, a teenager who lives with her father, Thomas. Their seemingly ordinary life is disrupted when Thomas announces he is transitioning and wants to live as a woman named Agnete. Emma struggles to accept this life-altering change, navigating her own identity and family dynamics as her father transforms into Agnete.

A Perfectly Normal Family received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its sensitive and nuanced portrayal of a family dealing with a parent's gender transition. The film was commended for its emotional depth and authentic depiction of the challenges and eventual acceptance within the family unit.

• Praised for its empathetic and realistic depiction of gender transition within a family context.

• Appreciated for the strong performances, particularly from the lead actors portraying the father and daughter.

• Noted for its mature handling of complex emotional themes and family dynamics.

Google audience: Audience reviews were generally positive, with many highlighting the film's emotional resonance and its ability to spark conversations about gender identity and family acceptance.

Nominated for Best Screenplay at the Bodil Awards and Best Film at the Robert Festival.

The film is based on a true story from the director Malou Reymann's own life, drawing from her experiences with her transgender parent.