Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret

At the end of “Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret,” Margaret’s journey of self-discovery reaches a poignant moment. After a series of misunderstandings and emotional conflicts—particularly involving her grandparents’ visit and the religious disagreements that follow—Margaret realizes that her beliefs don’t have to fit into anyone else’s expectations. When her grandparents reveal they want her to attend Sunday school and question her about her faith, Margaret boldly declares that she doesn’t believe in God at all, expressing her frustration with how religion has caused so much pain and fighting in her life. This act of honesty is a turning point for her; it signifies her taking control of her own beliefs and understanding that her spirituality is personal and up to her. Through this, she gains a deeper insight into herself, ending the film with her feeling empowered and connected to her own sense of faith. She understands that she can find comfort, meaning, and even a sense of divine presence within herself, rather than relying on external institutions or rituals.

As the story concludes, Margaret’s acceptance of her feelings about God coincides with her experiencing her first period—a milestone she had been anxiously awaiting. This rite of passage symbolizes her growth and her becoming more comfortable in her body and identity. The film closes with Margaret expressing gratitude for both the good and the bad in her life, confirming that her relationship with faith is now personal and uniquely her own. It’s a hopeful ending that celebrates individuality, self-acceptance, and the idea that finding “God” or a sense of meaning comes from within, not from tradition or external approval. Through her journey, Margaret learns that she doesn’t need to conform to anyone’s expectations to feel whole—she just needs to believe in herself.

Last Updated: June 25, 2025 at 08:59