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Spring Film Series: “Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret” (2023)

Published: May 23, 2024; Aithor: Julia Sonrisa

When: May 30, 2024
Where: Macomb's Bridge Library

Address: 2633 Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Blvd., New York, NY 10039, United States

Phone: +1 212-281-4900

Navigating the tumultuous waters of puberty and pre-teen life, Margaret feels unmoored and alone in her new environment. Struggling to fit in and make sense of the changing world around her, she seeks solace and guidance from an unlikely confidant: God. Through heartfelt and often humorous prayers, Margaret confides her anxieties about boys, bras, first periods, and fitting in, all while searching for her religious identity amidst her family’s interfaith background.

As Margaret navigates the trials and tribulations of adolescence, she forms a secret club with her new friends, embarking on hilarious and relatable quests for knowledge about their changing bodies and budding feelings. Along the way, she grapples with family dynamics, social pressures, and the complexities of growing up.

“Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret” is a timeless and heartwarming story that captures the awkwardness, humor, and vulnerability of adolescence, reminding us that the journey of self-discovery is a universal experience.

Time: 1:00-3:15

Free!


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