Matilda (1996)
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Synopsis
Matilda Wormwood is a remarkably bright and perceptive young girl who feels alienated by her neglectful and boorish parents. Beginning school offers a chance for connection, but she encounters an oppressive headmistress and finds solace in discovering an extraordinary, latent ability. The film follows Matilda as she navigates these challenging circumstances.
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Woke Score Breakdown
🎭 Race-swapped character
1The cast accurately reflects the characters as depicted in the Roald Dahl book and previous adaptations; there is no racial swapping.
🔃 Gender-swapped character
1Characters are portrayed as originally depicted in Roald Dahl's story; no gender swaps are present.
👥 Diverse casting
1The casting doesn't seem to prioritize diversity for its own sake; the actors appear suited to the roles and the setting's implied demographics.
✊ Racial messaging
1The story does not present a message about systemic racism or racial grievance.
🛂 Immigrant themes
1There are no themes concerning immigration or the immigrant experience.
🪶 Indigenous peoples
1The narrative does not involve indigenous peoples or themes of colonization.
🏳️🌈 LGBT characters
1No LGBT characters or themes are present within the plot or character dynamics.
♀️ Feminist themes
2Matilda is a highly intelligent and independent character who takes a stand against injustice. She acts as a clear foil to the neglectful and condescending attitudes of her parents and the tyrannical Miss Trunchbull.
🏢 Anti-capitalist themes
2Matilda's father is presented as a morally dubious used car salesman who prioritizes profit over honesty, hinting at a critique of exploitative business practices. However, this is presented primarily as a character flaw, not a systemic indictment of capitalism.
🌱 Environmental issues
1The story does not engage with environmental or climate themes.
Content Rating Breakdown
💋 Sex & Nudity
NoneThere is no sexual content or nudity depicted in the film.
🩸 Violence & Gore
ModerateSeveral scenes depict cartoonish violence, including a girl being flung over a fence, a boy being tossed out of a window, and children being placed in 'the chokey'. A boy is forced to eat a large cake and is then hit with a plate. These scenes, while present, are not explicitly graphic or prolonged.
🤬 Profanity
MildThe phrase 'oh my God' is used as an exclamation. There is also some 'fake' profanity, or phrases used in place of swear words, such as 'dog slime!'
🍺 Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
MildAdult characters are shown occasionally drinking beer in the background.
👻 Frightening & Intense Scenes
ModerateThe depiction of 'the chokey' and the behavior of the principal Trunchbull creates tense and frightening scenes for younger viewers. The forced eating of the cake also evokes anxiety and potential distress. The overall fantastical elements, while humorous, contribute to an underlying sense of unease.