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7th March 2020
04:40pm GMT

“This title was an anthem when we first read it as teens, and it remains timeless and relevant because nothing has captured the coming-of-age experience with the same authenticity, truth and respect," Lionsgate’s president of production Erin Westerman said [via Variety].
"For that reason, Judy Blume is a beacon for women and girls. Kelly Fremon Craig is a filmmaker we have adored and chased for years, and James L Brooks is a hero to us all."
“I knew when I met Kelly and Jim I was incredibly lucky to have them heading up Team Margaret,” the author said in a statement, according to Deadline. “With Lionsgate’s early and continued enthusiasm for the project we all feel Margaret has found the right home. After 50 years it’s about time!”