Langlichmie Normile is a Haitian-born filmmaker, author, and philanthropist who draws her strength from her rich cultural heritage and the influential figures in her life. Inspired by her mother’s resilience and Oprah Winfrey’s entrepreneurial spirit, Langlichmie has dedicated her career to artistic expression and helping others. She’s pursuing a degree in Film Production at Miami Dade College while making her mark in the creative world.
Inspiration and Haitian Identity
Langlichmie has been deeply influenced by her Haitian upbringing, which she says has instilled in her the virtues of hard work, resilience, honesty, and persistence. “Being born and raised in Haiti gave me a fighting spirit,” she says, adding that her roots have shaped her into a person who speaks positively and approaches life with mental toughness.
Her pride in her heritage is evident in her work, which focuses on preserving and promoting Haitian culture. Through her book — “Spiritual Fasting | Jeûne Mystique ou Jeûne Vodouisant” — events, and community outreach, Langlichmie aims to change the misconceptions about Haiti and Vodou and emphasize the richness of her culture.
Langlichmie has been deeply influenced by her Haitian upbringing, which she says has instilled in her the virtues of hard work, resilience, honesty, and persistence. “Being born and raised in Haiti gave me a fighting spirit,” she says, adding that her roots have shaped her into a person who speaks positively and approaches life with mental toughness.
Creative Accomplishments and Career Aspirations
One of Langlichmie’s most significant accomplishments is the publication of “Spiritual Fasting | Jeûne Mystique ou Jeûne Vodouisant” in English and French. The book explores spiritual fasting and its roots in Vodou traditions to educate readers on a misunderstood aspect of Haitian culture. It’s available on Langlichmie’s website, langlichmie.com, and Amazon.
In addition to writing, Langlichmie is building a career as a filmmaker. She’s inspired by industry titans like Shonda Rhimes and hopes to establish herself as a reputable self-employed producer.
Recent Accomplishments
In the past year, Langlichmie has made great strides personally and professionally. In November 2023, she hosted a successful Gede event and book signing to celebrate her birthday. In May 2024, she presented her book at the Miami Book Fair, further solidifying her presence in the literary world. And during Haitian Heritage Month, Langlichmie collaborated with Tradisyon Lakou Lakay (TLL) and the City of Miami to host an event titled “I am Haitian | Mwen se Ayisyen.” The event featured Haitian artists, musicians, and filmmakers, highlighting the vibrancy of Haitian culture.
Community Impact and Future Goals
Langlichmie is committed to empowering the Haitian community. Through her business, ESSOL CORPORATION, she helps Haitians save money, buy homes, and pay off debts. Her goals for the upcoming year include hosting another Gede event in November 2024, continuing her book tour, and creating more uplifting cultural events. Her long-term ambition is to become an established filmmaker and producer and use her platform to promote Haitian culture, particularly Vodou, which she believes is often misunderstood.
In her free time, Langlichmie Normile enjoys watching movies and listening to motivational speeches. Of course, she’ll continue to grow her career film and writing careers — and we’re eager to see where they’ll take her.
