elainehowie The film is about a very intelligent 6 year old girl who is under appreciated by her family and it's a very good adaptation of the book. The film keeps you interested as Matilda navigates School, her home life and her discovery of her very own telekinetic powers. The film is easy to just go with and the characters are memorable and each bring something special to the film. I definitely recommend!

yawael Matilda was one of those films that lived in my heart all of these years, because of it's great story perfect cast and pretty good directing from Danny DeVito.The film tells us a simple story of unusual smart kid who was borne totally different from her own family, for example all her family are lazy and she is smart, they hate reading and only watch TV all the day while Matilda hates Television and loves reading. and the story continues a little bit interesting when she learns how to use her special powers to move things from distance without touching them.To be honest till this day i still believe that no other kid could do the same amazing job as Mara Wilson who became audience sweetheart since her small role along side the late Robin Williams in Mrs. Doubtfire (1993). she is so sweet, charming, innocent and most important lovely.There were a lot of unforgettable scenes such as the chocolate cake thief (little Brucey ) the first introduction to Miss. Trunchbull and the final fight with her.Danny Devito was so adorable her as a director, actor and narrator. I just wished if the film was a little bit longer, but at the end it was an amazing movie.Final rate:8 out of 10

Charles Lia Imagine being born into a family that doesn't want you, that despises you. Not the happiest of circumstances. This is the foundation of Roald Dahl's delightful fairy tale, 'Matilda', first published in 1988. And Danny DeVito's adaptation (1996) is equally as magical.Matilda's parents, the Wormwoods, not only make it obvious that they do not want her around but they are also the worst sort of people imaginable. Crooks, twits, bullies are some of the terms one can use to describe them (mature audiences can notice a hint of infidelity in Mrs Wormwood, brilliantly portrayed by Rhea Perlman, DeVito's wife, whose invitation of the 'speedboat salesmen' into her house, who are actually FBI agents in disguise, is questionable at least). In short, the Wormwoods do not appreciate Matilda, who is actually a child prodigy, who is so intelligent that she started reading at a very young age (and who can eventually move things with her mind). Unfortunately, her parents are envious of her and do everything in their power to make her life a living hell. When her father finally, and very reluctantly, agrees to send her to school it is only because he knows it is run by the devil himself, the Trunchbull (who some might call a woman in human form). But Matilda finds hope in the compassionate Miss Honey.This is the story of 'Matilda' in the shortest way possible. Danny DeVito has done a fantastic job as the director of portraying all the themes that make Dahl's story so magical, such as the Wormwoods' ignorance and Trunchbull's horrific character, in a manner that appeals to both adults and children alike. As an actor, he does an equally fantastic job of portraying Mr Wormwood, one of the greatest characters in children's' literature. He is simply a natural in this difficult role, and is undoubtedly one of this movie's greatest recommending qualities. Indeed, it is no exaggeration to say that this movie is worth watching for his performance alone.There is a lot more to say, such as how DeVito adapts Dahl's vision on screen (Dahl was never fond of movies or TVs himself, as one might deduce from 'Matilda'). What I can say here is that 'Matilda' is certainly one of those family movies that are timeless and that are enjoyable to watch over and over again.

Davis P Matilda is a depressing, boring, poor, stale movie. Matilda disappoints in almost way possible. The plot is completely uninteresting and just plain boring. The acting is just mediocre to be honest and there is literally nothing to brag about. The effects are not very good, and the scenes where the power/effects are used are boring. I don't see how anyone can even stay awake during this dud. I especially don't see how children could be interested. For one thing, it is a little dark for children, and the headmaster is very threatening. And another thing, the parents in this film are literally the worst people ever! Like its shocking and just depressing whenever the parents come on screen. I mean there isn't all that much to say about this movie, it falls completely flat on its face. Even the ending is just sad and depressing in my opinion, much like the entire film. 1/10 for Matilda.