Matilda (1996)

Matilda

Matilda is a charming, slightly dark family comedy that mixes whimsical fantasy with heartfelt warmth. You follow Matilda Wormwood, a brilliant, book-loving little girl who’s ignored and underestimated by her crude parents but finds refuge in stories and in school. There she meets the gentle, kind Miss Honey and the terrifying headmistress Agatha Trunchbull — a monstrous antagonist whose cruelty provides the film’s tension and comic outrage. As Matilda discovers and hones surprising telekinetic powers, the movie becomes a playful, suspenseful tale of clever revenge and moral justice. Viewers will laugh at the adults’ outrageous behavior, cheer for Matilda’s clever tricks, feel emotional connection in the teacher-student bond, and enjoy a satisfying, uplifting ending. Lightly spooky at times but ultimately warm and empowering, Matilda is an entertaining family film that delights kids and adults alike.

Actors: Danny DeVito, Rhea Perlman, Mara Wilson

Director: Danny DeVito

Runtime: 98 min

Genres: Comedy, Family, Fantasy

Filmaffinity Rating 5.9 /10 Metacritic Rating 72 /100 IMDB Rating 7.0 /10 Bmoat Rating 6.7 /10