They're humans too. In his movie, Freaks, he implies that they are of normal human genetics, born with distinguishing physical disabilities. This is why I found it so difficult to believe that one reviewer stated that "it is impossible for the normal man or woman to sympathize with the aspiring midget." Why is it so impossible? We may not see the world standing from four feet, and we may not be used to the context so outlandish as the circus, but why can't we sympathize with another human being about love and betrayal? Most people can surely sympathize having feelings for someone who is "out of their league" or beyond their circle of friends, like when Hans falls in love with Cleo. And I'm sure others can sympathize being a victim of jealousy or betrayal by a boyfriend or girlfriend, such as when Hans finds out that Cleo is giving him poison in a scheme with the Strong Man.
My point is that even though the context is completely different, what with the "freaks" as main characters, it is still very likely and human of us to sympathize with them about typically human issues.
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