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Review: ‘Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret’ is a Pleasant Surprise

Kelly Fremon Craig's coming-of-age comedy adaptation Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret had long been lodged in my film viewing schedule, yet somehow managed to elude me when it first opened (back in April 2023), ultimately succumbing to the abyss of missed watches. The noticeable awards season buzz surrounding Rachel McAdams' performance, coupled with a multitude of overwhelmingly positive opinions, compelled me to place it as a top priority viewing before the year's end. Gratitude is owed to everyone who shared wonderful feedback, for this turned out to be one of the most pleasantly surprising movies of 2023. Actually, this should be nowhere near close to a surprise for me, having in mind that Kelly Fremon Craig is also responsible for one of my favorites of 2016, The Edge of Seventeen, which at the time I considered to be one of the best coming-of-age stories of its decade. Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret warrants that same proclamation, as it's a remarkably layered study of the intricate facets of a 11-year-old girl's life. The narrative dives deep into the challenges of adolescence, covering ...