Matilda

This 90's adaption of the classic Roald Dahl novel is soooo much fun.  It stars an adorable Mara Wilson with hilarious performances by Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman and Pam Ferris as Mrs Trunchbull is amazing!  She totally steals the show.

I think this movie really captured the over the top craziness of Roald Dahl's stories.  A younger child may be a little frightened by Mrs Trunchbull and her outrageous punishments (and her creepy house) but older kids (ours included) will just find it funny.

Rating: If you are a fan of Roald Dahl you will enjoy this adaptation.  Repeated viewings may be too much for an adult but the kids will probably want to see it again and again.

Naughty bits:  There are some mature themes (murder and adoption) and some cartoon violence but it's mostly as tame as Miss Honey.

Snacks:  Chocolate cake

Family In-quotes: "Chew your food; you're an animal!"

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