February 22, 2023
A Top Pick for Movie Night
Everyone needs a movie night once in a while. Whether it’s hanging out with all your best friends or laying low at home with some popcorn, we’ve got you covered!
Matilda
Starring Danny Devito, Rhea Perlman, and Mera Wilson, Matilda (1996) is a family-favorite comedy based on the book of the same name by Roald Dahl. Narrated by Danny Devito, this story follows an eccentric family of four through their journey of raising a daughter that is self-sufficient starting at a young age. Although there is an ominous tone throughout the film, there are humorous scenes that provide comedic relief and balance out the struggles that young Matilda faces during her upbringing with her careless parents and unsupportive brother. Matilda is gifted with telekinesis and shows her powers early, as well as her advanced learning abilities by reading endless books before receiving any education. Her parents are indifferent to the many gifts Matilda possesses, including her desire to go to school. Eventually Matilda’s father, Harry, makes a deal with an evil principal, Miss Trunchbull, to admit Matilda to her elementary school. It is thrilling to watch Miss Trunchbull as she gets away with tormenting the students and intimidating parents and teachers. Matilda continues to face adversity from her nightmare experiences at school and unsupportive family, but she finds hope in the security of her relationship with her teacher Miss Honey. This film will cause a whirlwind of reactions as Matilda’s telekinetic powers strengthen when she goes against her torturous principal to avenge her friends and protect her beloved teacher Miss Honey. Matilda is a crazy adventure involving the FBI, chocolate cake, a newt, dancing living room furniture, and a powerlifting, superstitious principal—see how these things are related in this must-see film, Matilda.
Starring Danny Devito, Rhea Perlman, and Mera Wilson, Matilda (1996) is a family-favorite comedy based on the book of the same name by Roald Dahl. Narrated by Danny Devito, this story follows an eccentric family of four through their journey of raising a daughter that is self-sufficient starting at a young age. Although there is an ominous tone throughout the film, there are humorous scenes that provide comedic relief and balance out the struggles that young Matilda faces during her upbringing with her careless parents and unsupportive brother. Matilda is gifted with telekinesis and shows her powers early, as well as her advanced learning abilities by reading endless books before receiving any education. Her parents are indifferent to the many gifts Matilda possesses, including her desire to go to school. Eventually Matilda’s father, Harry, makes a deal with an evil principal, Miss Trunchbull, to admit Matilda to her elementary school. It is thrilling to watch Miss Trunchbull as she gets away with tormenting the students and intimidating parents and teachers. Matilda continues to face adversity from her nightmare experiences at school and unsupportive family, but she finds hope in the security of her relationship with her teacher Miss Honey. This film will cause a whirlwind of reactions as Matilda’s telekinetic powers strengthen when she goes against her torturous principal to avenge her friends and protect her beloved teacher Miss Honey. Matilda is a crazy adventure involving the FBI, chocolate cake, a newt, dancing living room furniture, and a powerlifting, superstitious principal—see how these things are related in this must-see film, Matilda.—Kayu Brooks