‘Matilda’ is originally based on the musical with the same name by Dennis Kelly and its going to be directed by Matthew Warchus. While Tim Minchin is on board for the musical composition as well.
‘Matilda‘ is a story of a extraordinarily gifted young girl who has to deal with the antiques of her family and ends up finding respite in her caring teacher, Miss Honey. She locks horns with the school’s principal, a mean oldie, Miss Trunchbull and attempts to take her down with her teacher’s help.
The film was originally going to release in 2020 but has been delayed due to production restrictions in wake of the pandemic.
Until now, the cast includes Ralph Fiennes of Harry Potter fame as Miss Trunchball. No other cast members have been finalized yet.
Another Roald Dahl adaptation is also in works by the streaming platform which is an animated series by acclaimed director Taika Watiti.
Let’s hope the musical ignites the same child-like wonder and humour of the original and lives up to our expectations!
Watch this space for more updates on the musical ‘Matilda’ streaming soon on Netflix.