Lucky and Zorba (1998) movie poster

Lucky and Zorba (1998)

La gabbianella e il gatto
"Together they learn the true meaning of friendship."
ThumbScore
👍 88%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 76% (RT: 76%) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
FamilyAnimation

Where to Watch

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Director
Enzo D'Alò
Runtime
1h 16m
Country
Italy
Language
Italian
TMDB Rating
7.7/10 (632 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
76%
Cast
Carlo Verdone as Zorba (voice)
Luis Sepúlveda as Poeta (voice)
Antonio Albanese as Grande Topo (voice)
Melba Ruffo as Bobulina (voice)
Sofia Baratta as Fortunata neonata (voice)
Veronica Puccio as Fortunata bambina (voice)
Domitilla D'Amico as Fortunata adolescente (voice)
Margherita Birri as Nina (voice)
Yes. 88% of real audiences liked it based on 632 votes. Critics gave it 76%.
Overview
A seagull is caught by the black tide of a sinking petrol ship. She manages to fly inland and falls down in a garden by a cat. Moribund, she asks the cat to fulfill three promises: that when she lays her egg he must not eat it; that he must take care of it until it hatches; that he would teach the newborn how to fly. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • Enzo D'Alò cited several classic family films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated family films of 1998 among dedicated fans.
  • The iconic poster for Lucky and Zorba was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

Lucky and Zorba is a 1998 family, animation film directed by Enzo D'Alò. A seagull is caught by the black tide of a sinking petrol ship. She manages to fly inland and falls down in a garden by a cat.

Moribund, she asks the cat to fulfill three promises: that when she lays her egg he must not eat it; that he must take care of it until it hatches; that he would teach the newborn how to fly. The film has been rated by 632 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a family film, Lucky and Zorba delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Lucky and Zorba (1998) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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