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Directed by Danny DeVito
Matilda
An acclaimed, moving comedy.
Comedy
Family
Fantasy
Horror
1996
1h 38m
3.8(1160k)via LetterboxdMara Wilson + 4 more
Matilda Wormwood is an brilliant and intelligent little girl. Unfortunately, her parents, Harry and Zinnia, fail to see that fact. As time passes, she finally starts school and has a kind teacher, loyal friends, and a terrifying, sadistic headmistress. As she becomes fed up with the constant cruelty, she discovers she has a special gift that she just might be able to use to outwit the unruly adults around her.
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5What people say
I always thought the low angles were to show the perspective of the child, but then I noticed it was directed by Danny Devito.
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Common questions
What is Matilda about?+
A brilliant and neglected young girl discovers she has telekinetic powers, which she uses to outsmart her cruel parents and a sadistic school headmistress.
Who directed Matilda?+
Danny DeVito directed this 1996 adaptation of the Roald Dahl novel.
Is the film based on a book?+
Yes, it is based on the 1988 children's novel of the same name by Roald Dahl.
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