Netflix's 'Adolescence' Spurs UK Policy Talks on Misogyny and Social Media
The series, exploring online misogyny's impact on youth, has gained critical acclaim and prompted UK leaders to consider educational and legislative reforms.
- The Netflix series 'Adolescence,' released on March 13, 2025, has become a cultural phenomenon in the UK, with over 12 million viewers and widespread critical acclaim.
- The series follows the story of a 13-year-old boy influenced by online misogyny to commit a violent crime, highlighting the dangers of 'incel' ideologies and online communities.
- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has endorsed the series, suggesting it be shown in schools to address youth exposure to harmful online content.
- Discussions are underway in the UK about introducing anti-misogyny lessons in schools and restricting social media access for minors under the age of 16.
- The series' creator, Jack Thorne, spent six months infiltrating 'incel' communities to inform the story, calling for legislative action to combat the issues it raises.
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