Are You There God? It’s Me Margaret.
Navigating the awkward pre-teen and teenage years is hard enough; but, eleven year old Margaret (Abby Ryder Fortson) has the added challenge of her family’s move from the city to the suburbs. Finding her own stride and getting along with the other kids at school, all the while exploring her own faith will make 6th grade particularly interesting. Meanwhile, for mom and dad (Rachel McAdams and Benny Safdie) learning to raise an emotionally balanced daughter will come with its own surprises and lessons learned along the way. 
Written by Kelly Fremon Craig and based on the book by Judy Blume and Directed by Fremon Craig, this incredibly endearing and heartwarming coming of age tale that’s been a staple in school libraries for over 50 years brings to light the importance of individuality while navigating life. And, now with multiple generations of readers looking to the screen to see how well the story translates, a collective sigh of relief to say, it does it perfectly. Thoughtful and contemplative, hilarious and awkward when it needs to be, Fremon Craig has struck gold with this honest and sensitive look at what it is to grow up while questioning everything. Spot on portrayals from the ensemble nail the intricacies and sometimes delicate subject nature to boot. Meanwhile, score from Hans Zimmer adds the slightest bit of whimsy, and, a nod to art direction staying immersive and period appropriate start to finish. Running a brisk hour and forty five minutes, consider this your weekend entertainment escapism planned. Are You There God? It’s Me Margaret is rated PG-13.