Zip & Zap and the Marble Gang
| Zip & Zap and the Marble Gang | |
|---|---|
 Film poster | |
| Directed by | Oskar Santos |
| Produced by |
Mercedes Gamero Mikel Lejarza Francisco Ramos Koldo Zuazua |
| Screenplay by |
Jorge Lara Francisco Roncal |
| Story by |
Oskar Santos Jorge Lara |
| Based on |
Comics Zipi y Zape by José Escobar Saliente |
| Starring |
Raúl Rivas Daniel Cerezo Javier Gutiérrez |
| Music by | Fernando Velázquez |
| Cinematography | Josu Inchaustegui |
| Edited by | Carolina Martínez Urbina |
Production company |
Zeta Audiovisual Mod Producciones Antena 3 Films Kowalski Films |
| Distributed by | Buena Vista International[1] |
Release dates | |
Running time | 97 minutes |
| Country | Spain |
| Language | Spanish |
Zip & Zap and the Marble Gang is a 2013 Spanish adventure film directed by Oskar Santos. It is based on the comic book series Zipi y Zape, created by José Escobar Saliente[2][3][4] The film had its premiere at the 2013 Toronto International Film Festival on September 8, 2013.[5] The film had a theatrical release in Spain on October 4, 2013.[6]
The film later screened at 2014 Sundance Film Festival, in newly introduced category Sundance Kids on January 18, 2014.[7]
Plot
Twin brothers Zip and Zap are sent to summer school, which is run by strict Falconetti. They form the Marble gang with other students against Falconetti and have an exciting adventure by discovering a mysterious secret hidden in the school.
Cast
- Raúl Rivas as Zipi
- Daniel Cerezo as Zape
- Javier Gutiérrez as Falconetti
- Claudia Vega as Matilde
- Fran García as Filo
- Marcos Ruiz as Micro
- Christian Mulas as Heidi
- Aníbal Tártalo as Piojo
- Alberto López as PeloCohete
- Javier Cifrián as GriGrillo
- Álex Angulo as Sebastián Esperanza
- Juan González as Flipao
- Joseba Apaolaza as Padre Falconetti
- Iñake Irastorza as Bibliotecaria
Reception
Zip & Zap and the Marble Gang received positive reviews from critics. Jonathan Holland in his review for The Hollywood Reporter said that "A slice of wholesome, family-friendly entertainment whose main interest lies in its lavish often spectacular visuals."[8] Jaime Winston of Salt Lake magazine, praised the film by saying that "The dialogue's witty, the special effects are seamless and the story is pretty smart."[9] Matthew Blevins in his review for Next Projection said that "Zip & Zap and the Marble Gang will entrance kids and speak to their intrinsic rebelliousness with its charms and message to never underestimate the value of fun, even if reactionary parents and cruel taskmasters have forgotten the best parts of youth."[10]
Accolades
| Year | Award | Category | Recipient | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Goya Awards | Best Adapted Screenplay | Jorge A. Lara and Francisco Roncal | Nominated[11] |
| Best Art Direction | Juan Pedro de Gaspar | Nominated[11] | ||
| Best Production Supervision | Koldo Zuazua | Nominated[11] | ||
| Best Production Supervision | Best Special Effects | Nominated[11] | ||
| Neox Fan Awards | Best Spanish film | Finalist[12] | ||
| Best Spanish film actor[13] | Javier Gutiérrez | 9th | ||
| Daniel Cerezo | 10th |
References
- ↑ "BUENA VISTA INTERNATIONAL ACQUIRES DISTRIBUTION RIGHTS FOR SPAIN ZIP & ZAP MARBLE AND THE GANG". Retrieved May 17, 2014.
- ↑ "Spanish Comic Adaptation 'Zip & Zap and the Marble Gang' First Trailer". Retrieved May 17, 2014.
- ↑ "Sundance: Q&A with Oskar Santos, director of Zip & Zap and the Marble Gang". Retrieved May 17, 2014.
- ↑ "Zip and Zap will jump to the big screen". Retrieved May 17, 2014.
- ↑ "ANTBOY Will Save Toronto As Part Of TIFF Kids Lineup". Retrieved May 25, 2014.
- ↑ "Zip & Zap and the Marble Gang". Retrieved May 25, 2014.
- ↑ "Sundance 2014: Sundance Kids Section". Retrieved January 18, 2014.
- ↑ "Zip and Zap and the Marble Gang (Zipi y Zape y el club de la canica): Toronto Review". Retrieved May 17, 2014.
- ↑ "Sundance Review: Zip & Zap and the Marble Gang". Retrieved May 17, 2014.
- ↑ "TIFF Kids International Film Festival: Zip & Zap and the Marble Gang Review". Retrieved May 17, 2014.
- 1 2 3 4 "2014 GOYA AWARDS". Retrieved May 17, 2014.
- ↑ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on October 15, 2014. Retrieved December 10, 2014.
- ↑ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on October 22, 2014. Retrieved December 10, 2014.
External links
- Zip & Zap and the Marble Gang at the Internet Movie Database
- Zip & Zap and the Marble Gang at Rotten Tomatoes