Lo Chiamavano Jeeg Robot | 2016

: 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.

: 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. Lo chiamavano Jeeg Robot 2016

: 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 draws heavy inspiration from the

Information on the , which features notable 80s pop covers. Recommendations for similar "grounded" superhero movies . Gabriele Mainetti - TMDB : Set in the Roman suburb of Tor