FAQs
There are positive outcomes and messages in the movie, but some of the content isn't suitable for children under 10 years. We also recommend parental guidance for children aged up to 13 years.
Why is it called my life as a zucchini? ›
We first see him finishing a kite that pictures, on one side, the father who abandoned him as a caped superhero. On the other side he draws a chicken—because his mother told him that his father loves “the chicks.” His mother dubbed him Zucchini; he goes by it to respect her memory.
What happens in my life as a zucchini? ›
After losing his mother, a young boy is sent to an orphanage with other orphans his age where he begins to learn the meaning of trust and true love. After losing his mother, a young boy is sent to an orphanage with other orphans his age where he begins to learn the meaning of trust and true love.
How old is Zucchini in my life as a zucchini? ›
MY LIFE AS A ZUCCHINI is a French-Swiss stop-motion animated film about a 9-year-old boy nicknamed Zucchini (voiced by Gaspard Schlatter in the original and Erick Abbate in the English-dubbed version) who ends up in a group foster home after his alcoholic mother dies suddenly in a home accident.
How long did my life as a zucchini take to make? ›
Karli: When we met Claude 5 years ago, he was developing already the puppets, the whole idea. The production is about three years.
Where can I watch My Life as a Zucchini? ›
Watch My Life as a Zucchini | Prime Video.
Is My Life as a Zucchini based on a true story? ›
Based on a fictional story by Gilles Paris, My Life as a Zucchini is a beautifully told film that takes the audience through the daily lives of children living in an orphanage, each having ended up there for any number of bleak reasons.
Is my life as a zucchini stop motion? ›
This wonderfully creative film has been celebrated for its stylized stop-motion animation and sympathetic treatment of life's hardships. Our protagonist, a boy nicknamed Zucchini, comes to live in a foster home for orphans, where he eventually learns to trust and love others.
What does zucchini mean in a relationship? ›
In asexual and aromantic online spaces, queerplatonic partners are sometimes called "zucchinis". LGBT news website PinkNews describes this as "a joke which refers to the lack of terminology to describe meaningful relationships outside of romantic or sexual partnerships".
What happens if you eat zucchini everyday? ›
Zucchini is a versatile squash rich in vitamins, minerals, and plant compounds. It may offer several health benefits, ranging from improved digestion to a lower risk of heart disease. Zucchini may aid your bones, thyroid, and prostate.
This is a person who does not feel sexual attraction. They may be romantically attracted to others, and desire a deep connection and bond, but not sexual intimacy.
When he is at the orphanage, whom does zucchini write to? ›
While living with Raymond, Courgette still writes letters to the kids at the orphanage, maintaining that he, Camille and Raymond are people that still love them all.
What does old zucchini taste like? ›
If your raw zucchini tastes bitter (test by licking an otherwise fresh-looking slice of zucchini), it has likely gone bad.
What is the lifespan of zucchini? ›
Crops such as zucchinis and cucumbers are known as annuals because their natural lifecycle only lasts a season. Other plants, such as garlic and kale, are biennials. Their natural lifespan takes two years.
Can you eat old zucchini? ›
Avoid zucchini with dark or soft spots, wrinkles, or mushiness. These signs can indicate that your zucchini is past its prime, and it may be safest to throw it away: Mold or black spots: If your zucchini has a few dark spots but no mold, cut off the damaged areas and use the zucchini right away.
What age is VeggieTales for? ›
VeggieTales is for kids ages 0-99!
What age is the menu appropriate for? ›
Rated R for strong/disturbing violent content, language throughout and some sexual references.
What age is Secret Garden recommended for? ›
The Secret Garden is a wonderful book for older tweens. If your child is advanced then 9+! This classic novella inspires your tween to love the world around them. The Secret Garden shows change of multiple characters like they garden they bring back!
At what age can you introduce zucchini? ›
Zucchini can be introduced to babies as early as six months when they are ready for solids. It's a great starter food for babies considering it comes in various colors, from deep yellow to dark green, which can make it visually appealing for babies.