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

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She relies on her mother, who offers loving support, and her grandmother, who's coming to terms with finding happiness. And then there is Margaret’s black comic embarrassment-ordeal of growing up: the boys, the training bras and the sanitary towels. It’s Me, Margaret proves a timeless coming-of-age story with insightful humour and candid exploration of life’s biggest questions. In the synagogue scene, they are using the (Conservative) Rabbinical Assembly's Siddur Lev Shalem prayer book. The 103 third parties who use cookies on this service do so for their purposes of displaying and measuring personalized ads, generating audience insights, and developing and improving products.

When her family moves from the city to the suburbs, 11-year-old Margaret navigates new friends, feelings, and the beginning of adolescence. Abby Ryder Fortson's portrayal of Margaret is a revelation, capturing the complexities of adolescence with charisma and vulnerability. The version of the film shown at advanced screenings featured a "Margaret Moments" segment prior to the film playing, which features women recounting their memories which are relatable to the characters/situations of the original book. It effortlessly captures the essence of adolescence, providing a humorous and thought-provoking exploration of religious identity and acceptance in the suburbs of New Jersey. Margaret finds herself at a crossroads, torn between the Christian faith of her mother and the Jewish heritage of her father.This cinematic adaptation successfully draws inspiration from the classic 1970 novel by Judy Blume, retaining its timeless themes and endearing charm. Closed captions refer to subtitles in available languages with the addition of relevant non-dialogue information. The cinematography beautifully captures the detailed facial expressions, New Jersey Suburbs, and elegantly dressed sets, enhancing the authenticity and relatability of Margaret's upbringing.

The movie is played as a 1970 historical piece rather than being updated to the modern world, which would of course require LGBTQ+ plot additions, though I suspect a completely original drama of this sort set in 1970 would not tacitly consent, as this does, to the invisibility of gay people. She relies on her mother (McAdams), who offers loving support but is herself finding her own footing in a new place, and her grandmother Sylvia (Bates), who is coming to terms with finding happiness in the next phase of her life.Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page.

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.Brooks in 1986 and named for comedian Gracie Allen, formerly wife and professional partner of George Burns. For all three, questions of identity, one’s place in the world, and what brings meaning to a life will draw them closer together than ever before. 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.

Rachel McAdams and Benny Safdie bring a delightful blend of humor and warmth to their roles as Margaret's parents, while Kathy Bates delivers a standout performance as Margaret's melodramatic grandmother, stealing every scene she appears in. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. Her mother’s devoutly Christian and bigoted parents objected to her marrying a Jew, which means Margaret has never met them.

year-old Margaret (Abby Ryder Fortson) is uprooted from her life in New York City for the suburbs of New Jersey, going through the messy and tumultuous throes of puberty with new friends in a new school. 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. 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.