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Freaks (1932)

“Can a full grown woman truly love a midget?”

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Plot

Under the grandiose canvas of a wandering circus thrives a vivid tapestry of unique individuals, an assemblage of the unorthodox, the uncommon, and the extraordinary. Among them are a host of sideshow marvels: midgets, limbless individuals, pinheads, conjoined twins, a bearded lady, and a half man/half woman. Despite their differing physical attributes, they form a tightly-knit community, bound by shared experience and resilience, even as some outsiders dismiss them as mere curiosities. Amidst this motley troupe, a romance kindles between Hans, a midget with an unassuming charm, and Cleopatra, a captivating trapeze artist whose allure soars as high as her acrobatics. However, this relationship is not as simple as it seems. Cleopatra is drawn not to Hans' affection, but to the allure of his impending wealth, while concealing an affair with the circus's robust muscle man, Hercules. Hans, oblivious to her deceit, falls deeper into her web, ignoring the warnings from his former fiancée, Frieda, who still harbors feelings for him. As the tension rises to a crescendo, a revelation at their wedding party triggers a seismic shift in the dynamics. A drunken Cleopatra, emboldened by the spirits, unveils her true feelings towards her fellow circus performers, a moment that unites the sideshow ensemble in a collective resolve. United by their shared dignity and a deep sense of belonging, they decide to teach Cleopatra a lesson she will never forget, vowing to transform her into one of their own. The tale of Freaks (1932) is a mesmerizing exploration of love, deception, and the strength of community, set within the enigmatic world of a traveling circus.

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Freaks is a drama movie featuring Harry Earles.

Freaks is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Tubi TV and it's also available on Classix.

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