Matilda (1996)

Directed by Danny DeVito

Matilda movie poster

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.

Genre: Comedy, Family, Fantasy

Language: en

Production

Cinematographer: Stefan Czapsky · Composer: David Newman · Editors: Lynzee Klingman, Brent White · Production Design: Bill Brzeski

Production: Jersey Films

Budget: $36.0M

3 screenings currently listed

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