Five and a half year old Matilda is smart as a whip, and her parents are mean and neglectful. Through a series of pranks and new friendships, Matila comes into her own and finds happiness.
Lysbilde: 2
EXPOSITION: Interesting Family
The Wormwood family is not like any other. Mr. and Mrs. Wormword don't care that their 5 1/2 year old daughter Matilda is a genius, and Matilda doesn't quite realize what she is capable until she tries.
Lysbilde: 3
RISING ACTION: Pranks
BE QUIET!
At school, Matilda's life isn't much better. Her teacher, Miss Trunchbull, is mean and simply horrible, bringing out Matilda's telekinetic powers and the prankster within her.
Lysbilde: 4
CLIMAX: Mysterious Message
AGATHA GIVE MY JENNY BACK HER HOUSE
Matilda uses her telekinetic powers to write on the chalkboard and scare Miss Trunchbull, causing her to pass out.
Lysbilde: 5
FALLING ACTION: Good Things
Happy Friday!
Matilda, what do you think?
Miss Trunchbull has left the school, and Miss Honey's life is starting to fall back into place. Matilda is able to skip some grades and finally feels challenged in school.
Lysbilde: 6
RESOLUTION: Goodbye Parents
Mr. and Mrs. Wormwood and their son head to Spain without Matilda. Matilda and Miss Honey become a family and never have to think about their horrible families again!