Beauty

François van Heerden, a middle-aged Afrikaans family man, has gradually lost touch with his own sense of happiness as his life becomes consumed by routine and the monotony of daily existence. Convinced that his life is inherently doomed, he remains unflinchingly indifferent to the prospects of finding joy or contentment. However, an unexpected encounter thrusts him into uncharted territory, forcing him to confront the rigid structures he's built around himself and ultimately destabilizing the controlled environment he has carefully constructed.As François navigates this disorienting new reality, he is compelled to grapple with his deeply ingrained beliefs about happiness, purpose, and the potential for change. The film delves into themes of self-discovery, personal growth, and the power of chance encounters in shaping our lives, offering a poignant exploration of one man's journey from resignation to reevaluating the possibilities that exist within his seemingly predetermined fate.