In 1970, Judy Blume published 'Are You There God, It's Me Margret?' a book that, at time was banned from school due to its frank depictions of puberty, but grew to be a classic for that very same reason.
Now, in 2023, a film adaption has released, and while I cannot testify to its faithfulness, haven't not read the original book, I can say that, on its own as a film, it's great.
The film follows 11 year old Margert, as she moves to a new town and has to deal with the trials and tribulations of female adolescence.
Above all, 'Margert' is an extremely important film for all young people, but young girls especially, as it delves particularly into that culture, which is refreshing after the countless male-led coming of age films. The film does a fantastic job destigmatizing the subject matter, but also address the fears and anxieties many young people have during adolescence without shying away from the aspects that may make some people feel uncomfortable. It also deals a lot with the pressures of being young girl, and being stuck between wanting to be mature, but to also still be a kid. I really hope the subject matter doesn't scare off families, because, it is a great film and families shouldn't be afraid to discuss these things with their kids.
To get more critical about the film, the writing is verry good, I was surprised by how funny it was, but the pacing does drag a lot in the third act, and the film's secondary theme of religious and racial prejudice, is a little big sidelined throughout the whole thing and is somewhat hap handedly thrown in at the very end. Some of the chracters don't feel fully developed either.
The direction really surprised, me, Kelly Fermon Craig creates a real nostalgic look to the film's overall composition and I love the colour pallets. The score also surprised, I particularly liked the main theme. The cinematography also really added a lot to the film's mood.
All of the actors were perfect here; Rachel McAdams and Kathy Bates were standouts, but all of the young actors were incredible and should all have bright futures ahead.
Overall, despite its flaws, 'Margert' is a great watch and a must watch for young people or families. A very pleasant surprise.
Now, in 2023, a film adaption has released, and while I cannot testify to its faithfulness, haven't not read the original book, I can say that, on its own as a film, it's great.
The film follows 11 year old Margert, as she moves to a new town and has to deal with the trials and tribulations of female adolescence.
Above all, 'Margert' is an extremely important film for all young people, but young girls especially, as it delves particularly into that culture, which is refreshing after the countless male-led coming of age films. The film does a fantastic job destigmatizing the subject matter, but also address the fears and anxieties many young people have during adolescence without shying away from the aspects that may make some people feel uncomfortable. It also deals a lot with the pressures of being young girl, and being stuck between wanting to be mature, but to also still be a kid. I really hope the subject matter doesn't scare off families, because, it is a great film and families shouldn't be afraid to discuss these things with their kids.
To get more critical about the film, the writing is verry good, I was surprised by how funny it was, but the pacing does drag a lot in the third act, and the film's secondary theme of religious and racial prejudice, is a little big sidelined throughout the whole thing and is somewhat hap handedly thrown in at the very end. Some of the chracters don't feel fully developed either.
The direction really surprised, me, Kelly Fermon Craig creates a real nostalgic look to the film's overall composition and I love the colour pallets. The score also surprised, I particularly liked the main theme. The cinematography also really added a lot to the film's mood.
All of the actors were perfect here; Rachel McAdams and Kathy Bates were standouts, but all of the young actors were incredible and should all have bright futures ahead.
Overall, despite its flaws, 'Margert' is a great watch and a must watch for young people or families. A very pleasant surprise.
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