Episode #1.2

The makers of Adolescence wanted to expand the one shot drama technique. Be more creative. If the first episode moved to different locations.

The second episode stayed mainly at the school but it is a large school. The camera goes from outside to inside the classroom. The various schoolblocks, up and down the stairs, to the playground and to the sportsground.

Eventually there is a chase scene before the camera is placed on the drone for an emotional finale.

Set three days after the murder of Katie Leonard and the arrest of Jamie Miller.

DI Bascombe is looking for the murder weapon. As well as the reason as to why Jamie killed Katie. Maybe talking to his school friends would help Bascombe find some answers.

One lad called Ryan proves evasive, like he has something to hide.

It is Bascombe's own son, a pupil at the school who sheds some lights about hidden meanings in text messages.

I did thing the show would had done better to tackle misogyny in society rather than incel culture which is a part of it. It can after the opposite effect of glorifying certain people in the subculture.

Once again it is the drama that shines. Even the quieter moments. The police recognise the school is a wreck. Even the teachers do not want to be there.

There is a bravado in the one shot technique. The interior shots in the classroom are still too dark such as when DI Bascombe talks to his son.

It is better with the natural light in the outdoor scenes. The foot chase scene looked to be slow. The transfer to the drone was seamless.

"Adolescence" S1 E2 continues to explore the raw and unfiltered world of its teenage protagonists, but the momentum established in the premiere falters somewhat. While the episode maintains the series' signature visual style and compelling performances, the narrative struggles to maintain the same level of engagement, resulting in a slightly underwhelming viewing experience.

The cinematography remains a strong point, capturing the gritty realism of the characters' lives with a raw and unflinching eye. However, the slow pace, which was effective in the premiere, begins to feel more like stagnation in this episode. The narrative meanders, lacking a clear sense of direction or urgency.

The performances continue to be commendable, with the young actors delivering nuanced portrayals of their troubled characters. However, the lack of narrative momentum makes it difficult to fully invest in their emotional journeys. The characters remain compelling, but their actions and motivations feel somewhat aimless.

The episode delves deeper into the characters' inner lives and their struggles with identity, sexuality, and the pressures of their environment. However, the exploration of these themes feels somewhat repetitive and lacks the same level of emotional impact as the premiere.

The dialogue remains sparse and understated, but the lack of significant plot developments makes the episode feel somewhat monotonous. The ending leaves you with a sense of unease, but also a lingering question: will the series be able to recapture the momentum and deliver a more engaging narrative in subsequent episodes?

Overall, "Adolescence" S1 E2 is a visually striking episode that maintains the series' raw and authentic tone. However, its slow pace and lack of narrative momentum prevent it from being as compelling as the premiere.

Not as great as the first episode, but the acting is still extremely good. The plot doesn't seem quite as natural as in episode 1, a bit more like a theatrical one, but it's still really interesting, what's being said here and how the transitions are handled. I particularly liked how the youth spirit is captured. From the obsessive relationship with smartphones, the internet, and sexuality to group dynamics, bullying, and rash behavior. If the series continues like this, it could become one of my favorites. Because it deals so well with social issues, young people, the legal system, and the characters. But also because it's so nice and short.

As a student who left high school only two years ago, I have never seen such an accurate depiction of high school life. The way some teachers are treated by some students and the way other teachers act towards their class. Andrew Tate took over Tiktok during my high school years and I can remember certain students adopting his ideology. The way this show is able to understand how life as a student is, is a testament to the writing team. Many parents dont fully understand what their children see on social media and the way they message one another. It leaves an important conversation to be had between parents and their children. The one-shot camera style is once again used in this episode. While it is not effective as the first episode, as the episode is not as intense and surreal, it still does not feel gimmicky. The way the final moments of the episode is shot is breathtaking and very impressive. A strong start to this mini-series.

Damn this episode was not a bad way to follow up from the intense pilot thar manages to hook you right into this story!

This episode shows us how much about the world at svhool, and whst goes on in teenagers head, that we as adults don't understand! In some ways it is frightning and you can feel almost powerless in teying to understand this world, and the power social media truely has!

The case is still gripping and centerring it around those who knew Jamie and Katie close, was a great idea!

The episode is shot spectaculaly and that last shot when they drive away in the car... truely and insanely mind buggling!!