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Matilda (1996)

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A little magic goes a long way.

Matilda Wormwood is an exquisite and intelligent little girl. Unfortunately, her parents, Harry and Zinnia misunderstand her because they think she is so different. As time passes, she finally starts school and has a kind teacher, loyal friends, and a sadistic headmistress. As she gets fed up with the constant cruelty, she begins to realize that she has a gift of telekinetic powers. After some days of practice, she suddenly turns the tables to stand up to Harry and Zinnia and outwit the headmistress.

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Cast & Crew

Director
Danny DeVito
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    Matilda Wormwood Mara Wilson
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    Harry Wormwood / Narrator (voice) Danny DeVito
  • Profile picture of Rhea Perlman
    Zinnia Wormwood Rhea Perlman
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    Miss Honey Embeth Davidtz
  • Profile picture of Pam Ferris
    Agatha Trunchbull Pam Ferris
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    FBI Agent Paul Reubens
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    FBI Agent Tracey Walter
  • Profile picture of Jean Speegle Howard
    Miss Phelps Jean Speegle Howard

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Keywords

  • based on novel or book
  • parent child relationship
  • difficult childhood
  • child prodigy
  • childhood trauma
  • telekinesis
  • school
  • teacher student relationship
  • schoolmarm
  • based on young adult novel