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Lucky and Zorba

Original title: La gabbianella e il gatto
  • 1998
  • G
  • 1h 15m
IMDb RATING
7.2/10
2K
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Lucky and Zorba (1998)
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A dying seagull entrusts her egg to a cat named Zorba, who promises three things: he won't eat the egg, he'll care for the egg, and he'll teach the baby seagull to fly.A dying seagull entrusts her egg to a cat named Zorba, who promises three things: he won't eat the egg, he'll care for the egg, and he'll teach the baby seagull to fly.A dying seagull entrusts her egg to a cat named Zorba, who promises three things: he won't eat the egg, he'll care for the egg, and he'll teach the baby seagull to fly.

  • Director
    • Enzo D'Alò
  • Writers
    • Enzo D'Alò
    • Umberto Marino
    • Luis Sepúlveda
  • Stars
    • Carlo Verdone
    • Antonio Albanese
    • Luis Sepúlveda
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.2/10
    2K
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    • Director
      • Enzo D'Alò
    • Writers
      • Enzo D'Alò
      • Umberto Marino
      • Luis Sepúlveda
    • Stars
      • Carlo Verdone
      • Antonio Albanese
      • Luis Sepúlveda
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    • 7User reviews
    • 9Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 2 wins total

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    Carlo Verdone
    Carlo Verdone
    • Zorba
    • (voice)
    Antonio Albanese
    Antonio Albanese
    • Il Grande Topo
    • (voice)
    Luis Sepúlveda
    • Il Poeta
    • (voice)
    Melba Ruffo
    • Bobulina
    • (voice)
    Sofia Baratta
    • Gabbianella Neonata
    • (voice)
    Veronica Puccio
    • Gabbianella Bambina
    • (voice)
    Domitilla D'Amico
    • Gabbianella Adolescente
    • (voice)
    Margherita Birri
    • Nina
    • (voice)
    Luca Biagini
    Luca Biagini
    • Diderot
    • (voice)
    Valerio Ruggeri
    Valerio Ruggeri
    • Segretario
    • (voice)
    Paolo Lombardi
    • Colonnello
    • (voice)
    Gabriele Patriarca
    • Pallino
    • (voice)
    Paola Tedesco
    Paola Tedesco
    • Rosa Dei Venti
    • (voice)
    Massimo Lodolo
    • Ciambellano
    • (voice)
    Alida Milana
    • Kengah
    • (voice)
    Fabrizio Vidale
    • Igor
    • (voice)
    Roberto Stocchi
    • Topo 1
    • (voice)
    Roberto Ciufoli
    • Topo 2
    • (voice)
    • Director
      • Enzo D'Alò
    • Writers
      • Enzo D'Alò
      • Umberto Marino
      • Luis Sepúlveda
    • All cast & crew
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    9friedfysh

    Excellent

    I watched this movie dubbed in Spanish on a DVD that came free with a Spanish magazine, so I obviously wasn't expecting much. What I found though is one of the most heartwarming children's films I've ever seen. There are some great songs (in Spanish anyway) and the DVD I have even has a karaoke feature should you decide you like them so much (yes, I've done it). The story does pretty much what the title says. A seagull dies and leaves a cat to look after her egg. The film follows the adventures of the baby seagull and her cat friends. There are moments of sorrow and others of happiness. I'm sorry for not being more articulate but my point is that I was emotionally touched and I think you will be too. Watch it if ever you get the chance.
    9lchiari

    An excellent italian cartoon in reply to american kolossals

    Animations, plot, music, moral: everything is surprising in this italian production from Sepulveda booklet. Moreover its budget was "only" $ 5,000,000.
    jimcantwell

    Is there a conspiracy against this film

    I found it incredible that 7% of those who rated this film gave it a "1". This is an adorable animation with a positive message for all who watch it. The dialogue is clever and uplifting and the characters are excellent. The music is beautiful. This is a movie that can be enjoyed by adults as well as children. My three year old was terrified by the nasty rats. Isn't it nice to have an alternative to the exact same rehashed characters (who look and act like cartoon versions of "Friends' actors") portrayed by Disney and Dreamworks in all their animations? Don't listen to those who gave this animation a low score; it is a beautiful film for all.
    Fracce

    A poetic movie

    I relly liked this movie because the storyline was touching. It's good both for young and old people. Zorba is a noble cat and Fortunata is nice and "cucci". Antonella.
    beaniebfan

    A Surprising, wonderful, moving movie!

    I just watched this movie, and I was in tears by the end - it is so moving! It was quite a surprising movie, as I had no idea what to expect. The cats are all wonderful characters, and I especially loved Lucky - the "cat" who can fly! This movie has a wonderful message - that you can do anything if you put your heart and mind to it. Parents and children alike will enjoy it. An excellent movie!!

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      Despite the original version of the film is Italian, the animation of the mouths of the characters was made on the basis for an English dub.
    • Connections
      Featured in Troldspejlet: Episode #28.5 (2003)

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    • Release date
      • December 23, 1998 (Italy)
    • Country of origin
      • Italy
    • Languages
      • Italian
      • English
    • Also known as
      • La gabbianella e il gatto
    • Production companies
      • Cecchi Gori Group Tiger Cinematografica
      • Lanterna Magica
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    • Budget
      • $6,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross worldwide
      • $82,106
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 15 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.66 : 1

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