![]() ![]() I’m honored to reimagine one of my favorite books, ‘Forever,’” Akil said in a statement. “Judy Blume’s ability to capture the real emotions we experience during the various rites of passage of our youth influenced my life choices and writing voice. “It’s an epic love story of two Black teens exploring romance and their identities through the awkward journey of being each other’s firsts,” according to a press release.Īkil is best known for creating hits like “Girlfriends,” “The Game,” “Being Mary Jane” and “Love Is.” ![]() The streaming giant announced Thursday that Judy Blume’s popular 1975 novel “Forever” is being “reimagined” by writer/producer Mara Brock Akil for “a new generation.” A beloved teen novel is getting a Netflix adaptation. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |