<ul><li>Judy Blume's banned book 'Forever' returns as a Netflix series reframed through the perspective of a young Black man.</li><li>Showrunner Mara Brock Akil aims to update the series for a generation focused on masculinity, identity, and emotional expression.</li><li>The protagonist, Justin, navigates love and self-awareness through vulnerability, challenging traditional masculine ideals.</li><li>The series reflects the importance of emotional availability for young men in a society that often discourages softness.</li></ul>

How a Banned Judy Blume Book Just Reframed Masculinity for a New Generation

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