MATILDA
Danny DeVito, Rhea Perlman, Embeth Davidtz,
Pam Ferris, Brian Levinson, Mara Wilson
TriStar Pictures; Directed by Danny DeVito
Rated PG; 93 minutes; 1996
Matilda is a child of wondrous intelligence. Unfortunately, her stupid parents can barely tolerate what little time they do spend with her. When her parents send Matilda to boarding school, it’s to Crunchem Hall, an institution ruthlessly ruled by the principal, Agatha Trunchbull, a hulking woman as awful as her name. But Matilda’s fortune turns when Miss Honey, her first grade teacher, begins to believe in her.
REVIEWS
"Finally, a movie both kids and grown-ups can howl at together! The combination of DeVito, Perlman and Wilson spells M-A-G-I-C!"
- Richard Reid, KIRO-TV SEATTLE
"Incredible fun! A great movie for kids of all ages!"
- Leo Quinones, KIIS-FM
"Special effects and personality in the tradition of WILLY WONKA AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY!"
- Bob Polunsky, KENS-TV
"Mara Wilson is absolutely enchanting."
- Jeffrey Lyons, SNEAK PREVIEWS