Mathieu is pushed by his parents to take his sister, Melissa, to a party. She has Down Syndrome and has never been to a party before, but wishes to spend the night like other girls. During the evening, Mathieu must fight the shame he feels for Melissa and accept his prejudice against his own sister, for she is a girl who has her own desires, sexuality and dreams of finding love.

Laura, 21, is determined to earn her High school diploma, just like anyone else. Except Laura is a bit different. She has Down syndrome. As she faces her own difficulties, she must also deal with the doubts of her loved ones and the occasional cruelty of her peers. Overcoming challenge after challenge between emotion and laughter, Laura battles for every inch of an opportunity that life tries to keep from her. Like a movie in which disability brings a fresh perspective on life challenges and the pursuit of happiness.