Zip & Zap and the Marble Gang

Zip & Zap
Original Title
Zipi y Zape y el Club de la Canica
Genre
Marble-Powered Mischief
Release Year
2013
Running time
97
Director
Oskar Santos
Langue
Spanish
Country
Spain
Format
2.35:1
Cast
Javier Gutiérrez
Raúl Rivas
Daniel Cerezo
Screening date
Summary

Zipi and Zape, two energetic twin brothers, are sent to a reform school called "Esperanza," run with an iron fist by the stern Falconetti. There, all games are forbidden. Refusing to comply with the absurd rules, Zipi, Zape, and other students form the Marbles Club to resist the imposed restrictions at night. They also discover a mysterious secret buried within the school, which launches them into a nighttime adventure combining courage, mischief, and solidarity.

Our comment

Based on the famous comic strips created by José Escobar, this film is a fine example of Spanish family cinema that is humorous, adventurous, and visually polished. It combines the spirit of a children's comedy, elements of adventure (with treasure and mystery), and a touch of fantasy—a contrast that allows for a breather (and a smile) between the intense moments. This film was nominated for Goya Awards in several technical categories, a testament to its production quality.

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