BUSINESS DOC EUROPE
"A delightful feel-good movie"
"Strikes a delicate balance between reality and enchantment."
"Colourful, simple and touching animations."
"Mature and balanced film for the whole family."

CINEUROPA
“It’s heart-warming narrative and exceptional use of animation.”

THE SPOT
“With its honest perspective, CIRCUSBOY touches hearts while weaving together elements of road movie, fairy tale, and intimate family portrait.”
“Simply magical.”

TAGESSCHAU
“Warm-hearted film that resonates meaningfully with viewers of all ages, not just children.”

CINERAMAFILM
“This delicate, colourful, and heartfelt exploration of circus life is a masterclass in children’s documentary-making.”

Synopsis

Eleven-year-old Santino is a child of the circus. He loves to spend time with his eighty-year-old great-grandfather, one of Europe‘s last great circus directors, who has become his best friend. Together, they share heartwarming stories: Stories of friendship with an elephant, of farewells, of new beginnings and life on the road. CIRCUSBOY chronicles the lives of these modern nomads, capturing a young boy‘s experience growing up among an extended family and animals - a life without a safety net, as free as a bird.