Matilda Wormwood, later Matilda Honey, is the main protagonist of the 1988 Roald Dahl's novel of the same name.
She was portrayed by Mara Wilson.
What Makes Her a Shojo Heroine?[]
- Heroic/Honorable: Matilda has saved her fellow students from being physically and emotionally abused by Miss Trunchbull.
- Kind/Gentle: While she has her mischievous moments, this is only towards those who deserve punishment. Otherwise, Matilda is pleasant towards everyone around her.
- Bubbly: While she is normally reserved, Matilda has her energetic moment when she dances around while using her newfound psychic powers.
- Compassionate: Matilda shows great empathy when she sees Miss Trunchbull kicking an innocent cat up in the air.
- Optimistic: Despite being abused by her parents, older brother Michael and Miss Trunchbull, Matilda manages to see the good her in life.
- Believes in the Power of Friendship: Matilda is the first to stand up to Miss Trunchbull, which inspires her classmates to finally stand up to her.
- Has a Sweet Tooth: Matilda enjoys eating sweet-tasting food, mainly cake and chocolate.
- Wears Bright Colors: Matilda typically wears a blue dress and a red hair ribbon.
- Bob-Cuts/Long Hair: While she has long hair in the novel, in the film, Matilda has a short hair that reaches to bottom of her neck, which makes it a bob-cut.
External Links[]
- Matilda Wormwood on the Heroes Wiki
- Matilda Wormwood on the Near Pure Good Wiki
- Matilda Wormwood on the Roald Dahl Wiki
- Matilda Wormwood on the Ultimate Good Wiki