Matilda

“Matilda is a blackly comic, delightfully off-the-wall picture that both kids and adults will lap up.” – Caroline Westbrook, Empire

A precocious child, cruel adults, and macabre humor? Sounds like a Roald Dahl story! Danny DeVito directed this 1996 adaption of Matilda, starring Mara Wilson as the title character who uses her newly-discovered telekinetic powers to challenge her education-averse parents and the tyrannical headmistress of her new school. As Roger Ebert said, “Matilda doesn’t condescend to children, it doesn’t sentimentalize, and…it feels heartfelt and sincere. It’s funny, too.” This film is suitable for ages 9+

Family Day on Aragon is culturally rich, inexpensive family fun featuring beloved classics and new favorites for all to enjoy. Hosted on the second Saturday & Sunday of every month. Admission is pay what you can per ticket, with a suggested price of $5 per person. Each ticket includes a free small popcorn. Presented in partnership with Books & Books and Coral Gables Museum. Support for this program and pay what you can admission price are underwritten in part by a grant from the Coral Gables Community Foundation and sponsorship by Grove Bank & Trust.

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