Overview

• Adolescence is a Netflix series co-created by Jack Thorne and Stephen Graham, centered on the arrest and trial of a 13-year-old boy accused of murder.
• Each of the four episodes is filmed in a single continuous take, a technical feat praised for its immersive and realistic storytelling.
• The show examines themes such as online radicalization, toxic masculinity, and the challenges of parenting in a digital age, with references to the influence of figures like Andrew Tate.
• Episode three, featuring a gripping dialogue between Jamie and a psychologist played by Erin Doherty, has been particularly lauded for its performances and emotional depth.
• Critics have highlighted the series’ refusal to provide simple answers, instead focusing on nuanced questions about societal responsibility and the complexities of adolescence.