The British series 'Adolescence' begins with the shocking murder of a 13-year-old classmate, Jamie, who is arrested for the crime. While the show employs a unique technique of shooting each episode in one continuous take, its plot raises pressing questions about youth violence and knife crime in the U.K. Though Jamie's story isn't based on a specific incident, the co-creator Stephen Graham drew inspiration from real-life reports on juvenile stabbings, emphasizing the urgency to shed light on this societal issue and provoke discussion about its causes.
"I'd read an article in the paper about a young boy stabbing a young girl, and it made me feel a bit cold. Then about three or four months later, there was a piece on the news about a young boy who'd stabbed a young girl."
"I really just wanted to shine a light on it, and ask, 'Why is this happening today? What's going on?"
"It's shocking that youth knife attacks are increasingly becoming a concern in the U.K., and this series aims to explore the reasons behind such tragedies."
"Every episode of Adolescence is shot in one continuous take, and the use of innovative techniques captivates viewers, making it a standout in contemporary television."
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