Maybe. If she brought her unique brand of humor and charm to the role, it could be very memorable. Her ability to create engaging characters might have made her performance stand out in 'A Christmas Story'. However, without seeing it, we can only speculate.
I'm not sure specifically what role Maya Rudolph plays in 'A Christmas Story' without more research. It could be a fun and unique character that adds to the charm of the Christmas - themed story.
Matilda isn't a true story at all. It's a work of fiction that takes us into a imaginative world crafted by the writer for our enjoyment and inspiration.