Freak's Journey

In 1890's London, six-year old Jimmy Stockley's mum throws him out of their apartment while she services clients. Jimmy runs away and joins a caravan circus. Taken in by a new mum, Jimmy grows into James as he meets the circus owner's challenge to become a "e;good freak"e; by learning a skill that will attract customers to the circus. Success in the Big Top is contrasted with James' frustration ov...