They Call Me Jeeg (2016) movie poster

They Call Me Jeeg (2016)

Lo chiamavano Jeeg Robot
"A superhero like no other"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 70%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 82% (RT: 82%) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaActionScience Fiction

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Runtime
1h 52m
Country
Italy
Language
Italian
TMDB Rating
7.0/10 (2,573 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
82%
Cast
Claudio Santamaria as Enzo Ceccotti
Luca Marinelli as Zingaro
Stefano Ambrogi as Sergio
Maurizio Tesei as Biondo
Joel Sy as Claudietto
Most people think so. 70% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 2,573 votes. Critics gave it 82%.
Overview
Exposed to radioactive waste, small-time crook Enzo gains super-strength. A misanthropic, introverted brute, he uses his powers for personal gain until he meets Alessia, a mentally ill girl who believes Enzo is the hero from her favorite anime, Steel Jeeg. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The original script for They Call Me Jeeg was written over a decade before production finally began in 2016.
  • Eagle-eyed viewers have noticed a hidden easter egg referencing Gabriele Mainetti's previous film in the background of the opening scene.
  • Many of the practical effects used in the climax were achieved without any CGI.
Audience Consensus

They Call Me Jeeg is a 2016 drama, action, science fiction film directed by Gabriele Mainetti. Exposed to radioactive waste, small-time crook Enzo gains super-strength. A misanthropic, introverted brute, he uses his powers for personal gain until he meets Alessia, a mentally ill girl who believes Enzo is the hero from her favorite anime, Steel Jeeg.

The film has been rated by 2,573 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, They Call Me Jeeg delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

They Call Me Jeeg (2016) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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