Freaks vs the Reich

Released Apr 28, 2023

2h 21m

Mystery & Thriller

Fantasy

War

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21 Reviews

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Rome, 1943: Matilde, Cencio, Fulvio, and Mario are the main attractions of the "Mezza Piotta Circus" run by Israel. Meanwhile, someone starts looking for the four with a plan that could change the fate of the world.

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Wendy Ide

Observer (UK)

Like a Del Toro-esque carnival of the macabre filtered through the greasy lens of a VHS bargain bin exploitation B-movie, it’s so far over the top, it might as well have been filmed from space. A mess, but enjoyable nonetheless.

Rated: 3/5

Jan 15, 2024

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Leslie Felperin

Guardian

This mashup of magical realism, gratuitous violence and sentimentality is an atrocity in filmic form.

Rated: 1/5

Jan 8, 2024

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Noel Murray

Los Angeles Times

The more fanciful qualities of Freaks vs. the Reich work fairly well.

Apr 28, 2023

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Andre Eames

SciFiNow

Though it has its faults, Freaks vs the Reich is a refreshing superhero-style film without the sickly Hollywood saturation.

Rated: 3/5

Mar 1, 2024

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Martin Unsworth

Starburst

There’s a real emotional heart at the story’s centre, and it’s a twisted, stylish celebration of the underdog.

Rated: 4/5

Jan 12, 2024

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Alan Jones

Radio Times

Perhaps a tad too long and condemned by some for circling bad taste, this offbeat spectacle nonetheless delivers raw emotion, thrills and shock value in spades.

Rated: 4/5

Jan 12, 2024

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Bill K

I found it enjoyable to watch.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

12/13/23

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D M

Wasn't expecting much, but what a fun movie. Has a similar vibe to the DC TV series Doom Patrol. I enjoyed this much more than several of the recent bloated budget Marvel movies. I'd really like to see a sequel to this. lol

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

12/11/23

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Paul M

Refreshing take on the superhero genre... it's like Moulin Rouge and Pans Labyrinth meet The Fantastic 4. Good Pacing, believable and above all else, you can tell the filmmaker actually cared. 8/10

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

12/08/23

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Zack j

Fantastic storyline, enjoyable all the way through. I personally like movies that create an emotional attachment to multiple characters and their bonds with each other which.. made this movie in my top 25 of all time favorite movies. 5/5 definitely recommended for anyone 14+. My 2 roommates also enjoyed as much as I did. "Worth the watch even in subtitles because the accent and language flows fluently with their expressions".

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/06/23

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Seth B

What a fabulous movie! A truly wonderful and fantastic, fantasy style film. It was a beautiful cross between Pan's Labyrinth and X Men. I would highly recommend this amazing film for both its' storyline and great special effects!! The 160 minutes flew by. I give this movie 2 thumbs up!! Bravissimo!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/29/23

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Jason T

Probably the best movie I've seen in the last 10 years. The actors are brilliant. It's visually stunning. Smartly written. The sets and cinematography border on the mystical. Don't pay attention to the mediocre reviews. This movie is magical, and I don't really care for foreign films. Don't miss this gem.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/25/23

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Gabriele Mainetti

Director

Aurora Giovinazzo

Matilde

Claudio Santamaria

Fulvio

Pietro Castellitto

Cencio

Giancarlo Martini

Mario

Giorgio Tirabassi

Israel

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Synopsis

Rome, 1943: Matilde, Cencio, Fulvio, and Mario are the main attractions of the "Mezza Piotta Circus" run by Israel. Meanwhile, someone starts looking for the four with a plan that could change the fate of the world.

Director: Gabriele Mainetti
Producer: Jacopo Saraceni
Screenwriter: Nicola Guaglianone, Gabriele Mainetti
Distributor: VMI Worldwide
Production Co: BE TV, Wallimage, RAI Cinema, Regione Lazio, Regione Calabria, Casa Kafka Pictures Movie Tax Shelter Empowered by Belfius, Lucky Red, European Union, Goon Films, GapBusters, Gap Finders, Calabria Film Commission, VOO
Genre: Mystery & Thriller, Fantasy, War
Original Language: Italian
Release Date (Theaters): Apr 28, 2023, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 28, 2023
Runtime: 2h 21m

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