Have you passed a favorite childhood movie down to your children? Even cult classics like Matilda deserve this kind of multi-generational recognition.
▬Contents of this video▬ 00:00 - Intro 00:23 - Mara Wilson the Child Star 01:01 - Making Matilda 02:36 - Danny Devito the Father Figure 04:26 - Danny’s Gift to Mara 05:01 - A Sweet Reunion 05:30 - Danny Devito Today 06:12 - Mara Wilson Today 07:56 - Outro
The film has only grown in popularity since its disappointing box office opening. Its story of a little girl using her intelligence to overcome obstacles is inspiring and uplifting.
There are also plenty of heartwarming details about the creation of the film that even dedicated fans may not know. They mainly center around the relationship between director Danny Devito and star Mara Wilson. Mara had been a child star almost her entire life before she was approached about Matilda. Her precocious attitude and adorable face made her a perfect fit.
The role came at a perfect time because her mother had recently been diagnosed with breast cancer. The cast and crew stepped in to make sure that she felt as comfortable as possible on set and helped distract her from her troubles. Danny Devito and his wife at the time, Rhea Pearlman, became Mara’s temporary parental figures. They took her on family outings, helped her get over her shyness, and took care of her when her mother was ill.
One of Danny’s gestures stood above the rest as being the most important and unforgettable. He made sure that Mara’s mother saw an early cut of the movie before her death and dedicated the final product to her. Danny managed to retain a successful film and TV career after Matilda. Mara retired to focus on herself and is now a successful writer. She engages with her fans on social media and occasionally acts on projects she’s excited about.
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Danny Devito and Mara Wilson Share a Bizarre Off-Screen Relationship
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