Freaks Out

Set in Nazi-occupied Rome in 1943, this adventure fantasy follows four circus performers with supernatural abilities. After the disappearance of their mentor and foster father, the group is left without protection in a city torn apart by war. The protagonists must navigate a hostile environment where they are targeted by those who wish to exploit their powers for military gain.

The film was directed by Gabriele Mainetti, who also co-wrote the screenplay and served as a producer. This production followed his 2016 film They Call Me Jeeg and preceded The Forbidden City in 2025. The ensemble cast includes Claudio Santamaria, Aurora Giovinazzo, Pietro Castellitto, Giancarlo Martini, Giorgio Tirabassi, and Max Mazzotta.

Produced by companies including RAI Cinema and VOO, the movie had a budget of 12 million USD but earned 3 million USD at the worldwide box office. It has been well received by viewers, holding a rating of 7/10 on IMDb based on 6,506 votes and a 7.3/10 on TMDB from 963 votes.