Netflix’s latest crime drama, Adolescence has captivated audiences with its raw storyline and brilliant single-shot cinematography. Directed by Philip Barantini, Adolescence is co-created and written by Graham and Jack Thorne and each episode of the show has been shot in a single take. Starring Stephen Graham as Eddie and Owen Cooper as Jamie Miller, the film explores themes of guilt, denial and the impact of upbringing on one’s fate.
Elon Musk’s Controversial Take
Tech mogul Elon Musk recently stirred controversy with his comments on Netflix’s show Adolescence. Musk claimed the show was inspired by a real life case but altered for storytelling purposes, igniting debates over its authenticity.
In response to Musk’s claims, Jack Thorne who is the co creator of this series spoke candidly on The News Agents podcast and said, “There is no part of this that’s based on a true story, not one single part.” He emphasized his commitment to ethical storytelling, explaining that misrepresenting real-life events can be harmful. He also added, They’ve claimed that Stephen and I based it on a story, and another story, so we race-swapped… Nothing is further from the truth.”
Plot Of The Series
The series follows a seemingly normal family whose life takes a dark turn when their 13- year- old son Jamie Miller is arrested for the shocking murder of a teenage girl from his school. As the investigations unfolds and secrets come to light, the audience is left shocked and on the edge of their seats due to its gripping plot and As the film concludes, Jamie’s parents are left shattered, drowning in guilt and regret. Eddie and his wife question whether different choices could have altered Jamie’s fate. The tragic ending forces the audience to re-think on topics like parenting, responsibility and devastating consequences of triggered anger.
