When does the screening start?

The screening starts on June 15, 2026, at 20:15.

What is the ticket price?

The ticket costs 7 euros on Monday cinema day.

Where does the event take place?

At the filmforum Duisburg, Dellplatz 16, 47051 Duisburg.

How long is the film?

The runtime is about 121 minutes.

Is the filmforum accessible?

According to its own FAQ, the venue is not fully accessible; the team is available to help in advance if needed.

Are there parking facilities nearby?

Yes, there are numerous parking spaces available around the Dellplatz.

A clever biopic that resonates long at the Duisburg filmforum

Name: Damn Normal
Start: 2026-06-15T22:15:00+02:00
End: 2026-06-16T00:15:00+02:00
Location: filmforum

An emotional biopic full of wit, dignity, and quiet impact

With Damn Normal, a film comes to the filmforum Duisburg that feels like an intense stage experience: close to the people, precise in tone, and carried by a fine theatrical atmosphere. The story of John Davidson, played by Robert Aramayo, unfolds as a biopic about Tourette's syndrome, exclusion, friendship, and self-assertion. Director Kirk Jones relies on empathy instead of sensationalism and gives the characters room to breathe. ([filmforum.de](https://filmforum.de/filme/verflucht-normal-49700/?utm_source=openai))

When friction becomes resonance

The evening lives from the tension between sharp humor and genuine vulnerability. Davidson is not put on display, but taken seriously; therein lies the dramatic power of this film. The staging relies on precise dialogues, credible characters, and direction that holds back to leave the content the stage. Thus, a concentrated cinematic experience is created that also recalls classical acting art. ([filmdienst.de](https://www.filmdienst.de/artikel/79665/neuer-kinotipp-verflucht-normal?utm_source=openai))

A play of closeness, rhythm, and humanity

Robert Aramayo and Maxine Peake carry the ensemble with a presence that makes the film feel like a chamber play for long stretches. The emotional dynamics between John Davidson and Dottie gives the plot warmth and depth. It is precisely the mix of British comedy, social perspective, and biographical accuracy that elicits a strong audience reaction: touched, thoughtful, often smiling in relief. ([filmforum.de](https://filmforum.de/filme/verflucht-normal-49700/?utm_source=openai))

The filmforum as a suitable place for cinematic concentration

The filmforum in Duisburg city center is a municipal cinema with character and history. At the Dellplatz address, visitors can expect a place where cinema is not merely consumed but seriously experienced. Practical advantages include access via Friedrich-Wilhelm-Platz, numerous parking spaces around the Dellplatz, and good public transport connections. Accessibility is limited; the venue highlights its structural hurdles and support options. ([filmforum.de](https://filmforum.de/service/kontakt-anfahrt/?utm_source=openai))

Conclusion: A film evening with attitude

Damn Normal promises no loud spectacle but a clever, warm, and humane stage experience on the screen. Those who appreciate strong acting, finely balanced dramaturgy, and a subject of societal relevance should not miss this date. At the filmforum Duisburg, a biopic becomes an evening that resonates and invites conversation.