Judy Blume Forever

Generations of readers have found themselves in a Judy Blume book. Her name alone launches a flood of memories for anyone who’s read any of her paperbacks. For decades, Blume’s radical honesty has comforted and captivated readers-and landed her at the center of controversy for her frankness about puberty and sex. Now the beloved American author candidly shares her own coming-of-age story in the film, Judy Blume Forever. Directors Davina Pardo and Leah Wolchok trace Blume’s journey from fearful, imaginative child to storytelling pioneer who elevated the physical and emotional lives of kids and teens, to banned writer who continues to fight back against censorship today. Playful and poignant animations celebrate the magic and awkwardness of being young, while intimate conversations with acclaimed authors and artists reveal Blume’s profound impact on readers. Long-standing fans share open-hearted letters they wrote to Blume over decades. With humor, sensitivity, and a healthy dose of adolescent cringe, Judy Blume Forever tells the story of the woman whose trailblazing books changed the way millions of readers understand themselves, their sexuality, and what it means to grow up. With many thanks to Amazon Studios, Crested Butte Film Festival presents Judy Blume Forever on April 6th at The Majestic Theatre. Tickets are $12 and showtimes are 5pm and 7:30pm. cbfilmfest.org Join us for the 13th annual Crested Butte Film Festival in-person on the streets of Crested Butte, September 27 – October 1. cbfilmfest.org