The Zig Zag Kid

Nono, the son of the world’s greatest police inspector, is on a train trip to see his boring uncle when adventure calls. He meets his father’s arch nemesis, notorious criminal Felix Glick and puts his detective skills to work, wearing disguises and evading police as he heads to the French Riviera where Felix introduces Nono to seductive nightclub chanteuse Lola Ciperola (Isabella Rossellini). With only twenty-four hours to go before his Bar Mitzvah, Nono must complete his high-stakes mission, while also confronting the mystery of his own identity and the truth about the mother he has never known. Based on the coming of age novel by Israeli writer David Grossman, this is a stylish, witty, action-packed caper a la The Pink Panther that also touches on themes of self-discovery, the strength of family, and acceptance.

Appropriate for ages 10 and up.

Dutch, English, French with subtitles.

Part of the 11th JCC Rockland International Jewish Film Festival.