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Netflix's 'Adolescence' Explores Incel Culture and Social Media's Impact on Youth

The new drama series, co-created by Stephen Graham, uses a single-take format to examine societal issues through the lens of a murder investigation involving teenagers.

  • 'Adolescence,' a four-part Netflix drama, follows the story of a 13-year-old boy accused of murdering a teenage girl, raising questions about societal and systemic failures.
  • Stephen Graham, who co-created and stars in the series, was inspired by real-life cases of youth violence and the rising influence of incel culture online.
  • The series uniquely employs a one-take filming technique for each episode, creating an intense and immersive viewing experience.
  • The show delves into the role of social media in exposing children to harmful ideologies and the challenges of addressing these issues within educational, parental, and governmental systems.
  • Warp Films, known for its bold storytelling, produced the series, which was filmed on location in West Yorkshire, England, with support from Netflix.
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