Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. [DVD]

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The film follows the journey of Margaret Simon, portrayed with remarkable aplomb by Abby Ryder Fortson, as she navigates the challenges of adolescence in the picturesque suburbs of New Jersey. She relies on her mother, who offers loving support, and her grandmother, who's coming to terms with finding happiness. It's Me, Margaret" maintains a brisk pace, ensuring that the audience remains fully engaged throughout the film.

Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. Starring Rachel McAdams, Kathy Bates, and Abby Ryder Fortson as Margaret, this timeless, coming-of-age story has transcended decades and spoken to generations. Eleven-year-old Margaret moves to a new town and starts to contemplate everything about life, friendship and adolescence.

When her family moves from the city to the suburbs, 11-year-old Margaret navigates new friends, feelings, and the beginning of adolescence. She relies on her mother, Barbara (Rachel McAdams), who is also struggling to adjust to life outside the big city, and her adoring grandmother, Sylvia (Kathy Bates), who isn’t happy they moved away – and likes to remind them every chance she gets. The film pays homage to its source material while adding contemporary nuances that resonate with modern audiences.

You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice. Fans of "The Simpsons" especially will note the Gracie Films logo at the beginning of the film, used at the end of episodes of the aforementioned television show. In the synagogue scene, they are using the (Conservative) Rabbinical Assembly's Siddur Lev Shalem prayer book.Judy Blume’s proto-YA classic from 1970 gets a screen adaptation; it is a sweet-natured, undemanding, oddly inconsequential movie about a lonely, smart 12-year-old anxious about the onset of puberty and adulthood.

Within this comedic framework, the film conveys poignant messages about tolerance, empathy, and the importance of embracing one's individuality, all while providing genuine moments of self-discovery and personal growth.With a cleverly crafted script and an ensemble cast of immense talent, this film offers a heartfelt exploration of puberty, identity, and religious conflicts, all while delivering an ample dose of humor. The young cast members deliver exceptional performances, infusing the film with authenticity and charm. Kelly Fremon Craig's screenplay masterfully strikes a balance between humor and depth, utilizing incisive satire to expose the absurdity of religious bias and stereotypes on top of all the awkwardness of pueburty. Abby Ryder Fortson's portrayal of Margaret is a revelation, capturing the complexities of adolescence with charisma and vulnerability. Based on the beloved novel of the same name by Judy Blume, published in 1970, if this cinematic adaptation is accurate to the book, then I'd love to read it.