They Call Me Jeeg

They Call Me Jeeg

Year: 2017

Runtime: 112 min

Language: Italian

Director: Gabriele Mainetti

ActionSci-FiComedy

In a gritty, modern-day Rome, a former convict named Enzo unexpectedly gains superhuman abilities. Initially using his powers for personal gain, he quickly finds himself entangled with dangerous local crime lords. His life takes an unexpected turn when he meets Alessia, a spirited young woman with a passion for anime. As Enzo develops feelings for her, his focus gradually shifts from selfish ambition to a desire to protect the innocent, forcing him to confront the consequences of his newfound abilities and the dangerous world he inhabits.

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Trace every key event in They Call Me Jeeg (2017) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.

1

Enzo's Theft

In the gritty labyrinth of Rome's Tor Bella Monaca, Enzo Ceccotti executes his craft by stealing a wristwatch. This bold act quickly spirals into chaos as he finds himself pursued by two relentless police officers.

Tor Bella Monaca, Rome
2

Daring Escape

Enzo performs a daring leap into the Tiber River to evade the police. However, his triumph is short-lived as he soon encounters a hidden danger that changes his life forever.

Tiber River, Rome
3

Radioactive Encounter

In a fateful twist, Enzo comes into contact with radioactive waste submerged in the river. This encounter leaves him feverish and sick for hours, leading to a bizarre transformation.

Tiber River, Rome
4

Remarkable Transformation

Upon waking, Enzo discovers he has undergone a miraculous transformation, emerging unscathed and with newfound strength. Although healed, a persistent cough serves as a reminder of his near-death experience.

5

Deal with the Henchman

Enzo decides to sell the stolen watch to Sergio, a henchman of the notorious gangster Fabio Cannizzaro, known as 'The Gipsy.' This transaction pulls Enzo deeper into a world of criminal danger.

6

Cocaine Extraction Gone Wrong

Along with Sergio, Enzo attempts to extract cocaine from two drug-smuggling brothers, but the plan collapses when one of the mules tragically overdoses. The fallout from this incident unleashes a wave of violence.

7

Surviving a Fall

Following a shootout, Enzo is shot and falls from a construction site but miraculously survives without injury. This event only enhances his mythos, marking him as a survivor against all odds.

Construction site
8

Rise to Infamy

As Enzo continues to recover, he showcases his unusual strength by effortlessly emptying an ATM. This act turns him into a viral sensation and earns him the moniker of a 'super-criminal' in the media.

9

Heroic Rescue

Enzo unexpectedly becomes a hero when he saves Alessia, Sergio's traumatized daughter, from Gipsy’s gang. This fateful meeting introduces an emotional connection between them and solidifies Enzo's transformation.

10

Escalation of Rivalry

After rescuing Alessia, Enzo finds himself in a fierce rivalry with Gipsy, particularly after stealing valuables from an armored truck that Gipsy had been plotting to hit. This act of theft ignites their escalating conflict.

11

Shared Vulnerability

When two police officers find Alessia alone and introduce her to Enzo, they bond over shared experiences, revealing her traumatic past. This connection lays the groundwork for their growing relationship amid the chaos.

12

Desperate Alliances

Gipsy's frustration leads him to seek help from Marcellone, a Brazilian loanshark, culminating in violent encounters with Nunzia’s gang. These desperate moves leave Gipsy as the last man standing after intense confrontations.

13

Dramatic Revelation

A pivotal moment arises when Enzo reveals Alessia's father's fate, driving her into a rage and prompting Enzo to show off his strength by stopping a tram. This dramatic act captures Gipsy's malicious attention.

City streets, Rome
14

Tragic Showdown

Gipsy plots to kidnap Alessia, leading to a chaotic encounter at the Tiber quay. In this heartbreaking confrontation, Alessia suffers a fatal injury, urging Enzo to embrace his powers for good before she slips away.

Tiber quay, Rome
15

Final Confrontation

Enzo confronts Gipsy at the Musica-Armando Trovajoli bridge, ultimately defeating him by hurling a bomb into the Tiber. Gipsy's fiery demise cements Enzo's legacy as a protector of Rome.

Musica-Armando Trovajoli bridge

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