1943 Nazi Rome: Matilde, Cencio, Fulvio and Mario are members of a circus family where they work as “freaks”. Israel, the circus owner, disappears while looking for an escape route for everybody across the sea. Without someone to take care for them and without the circus, the four friends feel lost in the war-torn city, not knowing what to do.
Freaks Out Freaks Out
“You will meet unusual creatures, capable of unforgettable and astonishing deeds! Nothing is as it seems...” These words spoken in the introductory scene by the ringmaster of an obscure but wonderful WWII Roman circus, could easily be used to announce the film – an entertaining tribute to diversity and a powerful kick to fascism of all shapes.
directed by Gabriele Mainetti, cast Aurora Giovinazzo, Claudio Santamaria, Pietro Castellitto, Giancarlo Martini, Giorgio Tirabassi, Max Mazzotta, Franz Rogowski
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Flow Straume
Gints Zilbalodis
Thursday, 10. 07. 2025 / 21:30 / The Ljubljana Castle
Cat is a solitary animal. However, as its home is devastated by a great flood, he finds refuge on a boat populated by various species, and will have to team up with them despite their differences. In this lonesome boat sailing through mystical flooded landscapes, they navigate the challenges and dangers of adapting to this new world. »A survival epic full of mysteries and magic, it’s an animated epic worthy of Ghibli.« – Time Out. »One of the most moving animated films in recent memory, and, beyond that, groundbreaking too.« – IndieWire. Oscar for Best Animated Feature.
Anora Anora
Sean Baker
Friday, 11. 07. 2025 / 21:30 / The Ljubljana Castle
Shot in his signature style, Sean Baker’s comedy-drama continues the director’s deeply humanist exploration of social issues. Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival.
The Phoenician Scheme The Phoenician Scheme
Wes Anderson
Saturday, 12. 07. 2025 / 21:30 / The Ljubljana Castle
Wes Anderson’s latest film is coming to Kinodvor straight from its world premiere in Cannes.