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Matilda
2021·Movie
·9min·
Matilda fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension3
- Fast Pace3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia6
- Melancholy5
- Wonder5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Situational Comedy2
- Absurdist Humor2
World
Show business
- World Immersion6
- Ambiguity6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction5
- Acting5
- Narrative Structure5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
- Visual Stylization5
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Matilda is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Showbiz9Entertainment industry and performance.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking
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About
There is a place, a world, that film creates; somewhere between the harsh lines and light of reality, and the soft warm flickering of the projector. Many people enter. Some never return.
Film as EscapeWorld Within FilmMeta-Narrative PotentialNostalgicMelancholyPsychologicalIntriguingShowbiz Focus
Crew
Directed by:
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about Matilda
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Matilda worth watching?
84
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84/100 (Metacritic 90). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Matilda?
0 h 9 min
Matilda runs 0 h 9 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Matilda?
Critics90
Audiences66
Not quite. Critics rate Matilda higher (90) than audiences (66). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Matilda in?
Romanian
It was made in Romanian.
What tropes does Matilda use?
Misplaced RetributionBy the HairGross-Up Close-UpParental NeglectSickeningly SweetheartsSleeps with Both Eyes OpenImpairment ShotFalling Chandelier of DoomAllegedly Optimistic EndingBespectacled CutieChild ProdigyTake a Third Optionand 223 more
TV Tropes lists 235 storytelling tropes for Matilda, including Misplaced Retribution, By the Hair, Gross-Up Close-Up.