"They Call Me Jeeg" ("Lo chiamavano Jeeg Robot") is not based on a true story; it is a work of fiction. Directed by Gabriele Mainetti, the film combines elements of superhero and crime genres, featuring a protagonist, Enzo Ceccotti, who gains superhuman abilities after coming into contact with radioactive waste. While the film incorporates themes of redemption and personal struggle, the storyline and characters are entirely fictional and inspired by Italian pop culture and comic book elements.

"Lo chiamavano Jeeg Robot" (2015) is an Italian superhero film directed by Gabriele Mainetti. The story follows Enzo Ceccotti, a small-time criminal in Rome who gains superpowers after falling into the Tiber River contaminated with radioactive material. Inspired by the anime series "Jeeg Robot," he reluctantly becomes a hero while grappling with his past and the criminal underworld, particularly a villain named "Mister E." The film blends elements of superhero lore with a gritty depiction of urban life, exploring themes of redemption and identity.

In the movie "Lo chiamavano Jeeg Robot" (They Call Me Jeeg), the main villain is a character named Fabio Cannizzaro, also known as "The Beast." He is portrayed by actor Luca Marinelli. Cannizzaro is a ruthless criminal who becomes obsessed with the protagonist, Enzo Ceccotti, after he discovers Enzo's superhuman abilities. The film blends elements of superhero and crime genres, showcasing the conflict between Enzo's reluctant heroism and Cannizzaro's violent ambitions.