The Movie Based on the Classic Book Are You There God? It’s Me Margaret
Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret is a heartwarming and relatable coming-of-age film based on the classic book by Judy Blume.
The novel and movie capture the awkwardness, excitement, and confusion of being a pre-teen perfectly.
Abby Ryder Fortson is a delight as Margaret, and she’s surrounded by a strong supporting cast that includes Kathy Bates and Rachel McAdams.
The movie is great for kids who are currently coming of age and also for adults who will enjoy looking back at their own youth.
Order your copy of the DVD today and experience this funny, heartwarming, and ultimately hopeful film for yourself!
Are You There God? It’s Me Margaret
Lionsgate
Rated PG-13
Release Date July 11, 2023
Synopsis
In this long-awaited movie adaption of Judy Blume’s classic, groundbreaking novel, eleven-year-old Margaret (Abby Ryder Fortson) is uprooted from her life in New York City to the suburbs of New Jersey, going through the messy and tumultuous throes of puberty with new friends in a new school.
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).
A timeless coming-of-age story, Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret sparkles with insightful humor while candidly exploring life’s biggest questions.
Director
Kelly Fremon Craig
Writer
Kelly Fremon Craig
Based on the Book by
Producers
James L. Brooks, p.g.a.
Julie Ansell, p.g.a.
Richard Sakai
Kelly Fremon Craig, p.g.a.
Judy Blume
Amy Lorraine Brooks
Aldric La’auli Porter
Executive Producer
Jonathan McCoy
Cast
Rachel McAdams
Abby Ryder Fortson
Elle Graham
Benny Safdie
Kathy Bates
Genre
Comedy
Drama
Coming of Age
Official Trailer
Movie
Are You There God? It’s Me Margaret DVD
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