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First Love, Big Dreams & Real Talk — Judy Blume’s Classic ‘Forever’ Gets a Bold New Spin

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In this updated version of the classic 1975 Judy Blume novel, the two main characters, high school seniors Keisha (Lovie Simone) and Justin (Michael Cooper Jr.), are Black, live in L.A. and Keisha is as serious about running track as Justin is about basketball.

But like teens in the ’70s, they face obstacles as they navigate first romance, parental expectations and sex.

This series, from veteran producer and screenwriter Mara Brock Akil (Girlfriends, Being Mary Jane), will resonate even if high school romances are many years in your rearview mirror.

Forever | Official Trailer | Premieres Thurs., May 8, on Netflix

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