A new Netflix original limited series Adolescence offers a gripping and authentic look at the challenges of growing up. It is a brutally honest portrayal of modern teenage life, exposing the harsh realities of social media, peer pressure, and emotional isolation.
When 13-year-old Jamie’s house is stormed by police officers and accuse Jamie of murder of of a classmate, Katie Leonard, he is thoroughly investigated by a psychologist and investigators, so how will his family and friends react.
Adolescence is a series that is completely different from any other show in the sense of how it’s filmed. Each episode is filmed continuously — there are no cuts or stops in the show and it’s just pure raw emotion for 40 minutes to an hour.
What sets Adolescents apart is their willingness to tackle tough topics like mental health, peer pressure, and identity without feeling preachy or overdramatized.
Social media magnifies insecurities and how the pressure to curate a perfect image can lead to deep emotional and physical scarring. Adolescence is less about growing up and more about surviving in a world that’s always watching.
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