Netflix's Adolescence Explores Modern Youth Challenges

Netflix's new miniseries Adolescence has quickly become a global hit, centered around 13-year-old Jamie Miller's arrest for murder. The series, shot in continuous single takes, explores the impact of online culture on youth and their parents, featuring powerful performances from actors like Stephen Graham and Ashley Walters. Walters, who portrays DI Luke Bascombe, expressed both admiration for Graham and regret for the taxing filming process, which included intense emotional scenes and complex script memorization. The show draws inspiration from the rise of online incel culture, highlighting its influence on young men. Walters shared his experience of incorporating real-life police procedures into his role, emphasizing the character's dual identity as both a detective and a father. The series has been praised for its deep emotional complexity and examination of modern societal issues.