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Matilda is a 1996 American fantasy comedy film co-produced and directed by Danny DeVito from a screenplay by Nicholas Kazan and Robin Swicord, based on the 1988 novel of the same name by Roald Dahl. The film stars Mara Wilson as the title character , with DeVito himself (who also served a dual role as the narrator), Rhea Perlman , Embeth ...
Aug 2, 1996 · Matilda: Directed by Danny DeVito. With Mara Wilson, Danny DeVito, Rhea Perlman, Embeth Davidtz. A girl gifted with a keen intellect and psychic powers uses both to get even with her callous family and free her kindly schoolteacher from the tyrannical grip of a sadistic headmistress.
Aug 2, 1996 · “Matilda” is not in any sense a “children's movie,” although older children will probably like it a lot. It is a dark family comedy about stupid parents, cruel teachers and a brave little girl, and it is no surprise to find that Danny DeVito not only stars but directed it.
Sweet and bright little Matilda Wormwood, a child of wondrous intelligence, is different from the rest of her family. Misunderstood by everyone and ignored at home, she escapes into a world of reading, honing her skills, and exercising her mind so much that she develops telekinetic powers.
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Matilda. The larger-than-life tale of a little girl gifted with genius intelligence and magical powers - which she uses to survive her self-absorbed parents and an evil private school principal. A subversively charming family hit! 36,009 IMDb 7.0 1 h 38 min 1996. X-Ray PG. Kids · Comedy · Fantastic · Heartwarming. Available to rent or buy. Rent.
Aug 2, 1996 · Overview. An extraordinarily intelligent young girl from a cruel and uncaring family discovers she possesses telekinetic powers and is sent off to a school headed by a tyrannical principal. Danny DeVito. Director. Roald Dahl. Novel. Robin Swicord. Screenplay. Nicholas Kazan. Screenplay. Reviews. Written by Gimly on September 8, 2018.
