Lo Chiamavano Jeeg Robot 2016 Info

: Set in the Roman suburb of Tor Bella Monaca, the story follows Enzo Ceccotti (played by Claudio Santamaria), a small-time criminal who accidentally gains super strength and healing powers after falling into the Tiber River and coming into contact with radioactive waste.

: The film features a memorable antagonist, Fabio "The Gypsy" Cannizzaro (played by Luca Marinelli), a flamboyant and psychotic gang leader obsessed with fame. Lo chiamavano Jeeg Robot 2016

: Unlike polished Hollywood superhero films, it combines elements of gritty Italian crime drama (akin to Gomorrah ) with sci-fi and dark comedy. Critical Success & Availability : Set in the Roman suburb of Tor

: The film draws heavy inspiration from the 1970s Japanese anime Steel Jeeg . Enzo’s transformation is guided by Alessia (Ilenia Pastorelli), a traumatized woman who believes Enzo is the real-life incarnation of the anime hero. Critical Success & Availability : The film draws

: The film was a massive critical and commercial success in Italy, winning eight David di Donatello awards , including Best Director, Best Actor, and Best Actress.