Matilda 1996
“Somewhere inside all of us is the power to change the world.”
What is Matilda?
Matilda is a 1996 American fantasy comedy film based on Roald Dahl's 1988 novel Matilda, starring Mara Wilson as Matilda Wormwood. Matilda Wormwood is a brilliant and intelligent little girl, but unfortunately, her parents, Harry and Zinnia, fail to see that fact and misunderstand her.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1996
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 98 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 2, 1996
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Jersey Films, TriStar Pictures
- Budget
- $36,000,000
- Revenue
- $33,500,000
- Genres
- Comedy, Family, Fantasy
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Overview
Matilda is a 1996 American fantasy comedy film based on Roald Dahl's 1988 novel Matilda, starring Mara Wilson as Matilda Wormwood. Matilda Wormwood is a brilliant and intelligent little girl, but unfortunately, her parents, Harry and Zinnia, fail to see that fact and misunderstand her. As time passes, she finally starts school and encounters a kind teacher, loyal friends, and a terrifying, sadistic headmistress. Fed up with the constant cruelty and mistreatment, the gifted young girl discovers she has a special gift and newly discovered powers. She just might be able to use these powers to stand up for herself and her fellow classmates, and to outwit the unruly adults around her. Later, Miss Honey adopts Matilda. The film was released in the United States on August 2, 1996, with a runtime of 1 hour and 38 minutes, and is rated PG.
Should you watch it?
“A brilliant young girl discovers she possesses a special gift to outwit the cruel adults around her.”
- engaging protagonist
- themes of resilience
- depicts mean-spirited authority figures
Watch it if you enjoy stories about clever children overcoming adversity through extraordinary means.
The film features themes of neglect and bullying by adults.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the protagonist?
The protagonist is a brilliant and intelligent young girl named Matilda Wormwood.
What is Matilda's home life like?
Matilda lives with parents who fail to recognize her intelligence.
Does Matilda go to school?
Yes, Matilda eventually starts school where she meets a kind teacher and loyal friends.
Who is the antagonist?
Matilda faces a terrifying and sadistic headmistress at her school.
What is the central conflict?
Matilda must deal with the constant cruelty of the adults in her life.