The iconic book comes to the screen for the first time.

Judy Blumehaslong been wary of Hollywood.

Sure, there have been a few adaptation attempts over the years (e.g.

Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret

Rachel McAdams and Abby Ryder Fortson in ‘Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret’.Dana Hawley/Lionsgate

Blume, now 85, has been especially protective of one book in particular.Are You There God?

There, she has to learn to navigate a new school, new friends, and new crushes.

(And, if it’s not too much trouble, she’s also hoping to grow some boobs.

Preferably sooner rather than later.)

(Mom Barbara is estranged from her Christian family after marrying Margaret’s Jewish father.)

But Margaret is overflowing with questions, and she finds herself searching for answers in faith.

But Margaret’s story remains timeless and timely.

But serious stuff aside,Margaretis also brimming with joy.

The result is an endearing portrait of girlhood an adaptation that’s well worth the wait.A-

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