Episode #1.1

"Adolescence" S1 E1 immediately plunges viewers into a stark and unfiltered portrayal of teenage life, leaving a lasting impression with its raw intensity and compelling cinematography. The episode's strength lies in its ability to create an immersive and emotionally charged experience, even with a deliberately slow pace.

The cinematography is undeniably stunning, capturing the gritty realism of the characters' world with a raw and unflinching eye. The use of natural light and close-up shots creates a sense of intimacy and immediacy, drawing the viewer into the characters' emotional turmoil.

The performances are equally impressive, particularly the lead, Owen Cooper, who delivers a powerful and nuanced portrayal of a troubled teenager. The supporting cast effectively captures the awkwardness, vulnerability, and quiet desperation of adolescence.

The episode's narrative unfolds slowly, focusing on the characters' interactions and emotional journeys. The dialogue is sparse but impactful, allowing the actors' expressions and body language to convey the unspoken emotions and internal conflicts. This slow pace is engaging, not boring.

While the deliberate pacing may not appeal to all viewers, it effectively creates a sense of realism and allows for a deeper exploration of the characters' inner lives. The episode's ending leaves you with a lingering sense of unease and a desire to see how these young individuals will navigate the challenges and uncertainties of their coming-of-age experiences.

Overall, "Adolescence" S1 E1 is a raw and emotionally charged premiere that sets the stage for a compelling and thought-provoking series. Its exceptional cinematography, nuanced performances, and deliberate pacing make it a must-watch for those who appreciate character-driven dramas with a focus on atmosphere and emotional depth.

The film had a really excellent introduction, setting the tone perfectly with a gripping and intense opening sequence. It showcased a lot of thrilling scenes, which is exactly what I enjoy, keeping me on the edge of my seat from the start. What made it even more compelling was that it defied my expectations-I went in thinking it would follow a familiar formula, but it surprised me in the best way possible. I usually watch Harlan Coben films and read his books, so I'm used to intricate plots and suspenseful storytelling, but this introduction was on another level. The cinematography, pacing, and music all worked together seamlessly to create an atmosphere of mystery and excitement, making it clear that I was in for a rollercoaster of a story.

To think of creating single shot is one thing then to do it for an entire hour + 3 other episodes of approximately the runtime is insane feet. For that alone, the limited series should be praised. I don't think we realise how hard it is to make few minutes worth of single shot let alone an hour long. I see tons of hate for the series due to "poor" representation of the white people, saying that this was based on a real case of a black juvenile. Personally I see no harm in that as long as the crime isn't altered in anyway. I think the actor had done an incredible job and managed to bring us out of the racial view (if anyone had one to begin with). If I had to pin on a negative, a few bad acting was bound to happen when it comes to this type of making.

The Millers are shocked when The Police break their front door down early one morning and make a shocking arrest.

The drama that everyone is talking about, even our politicians.

It's a compelling first episode, gut wrenching, edge of the seat viewing, it really is powerful, yet uncomfortable. We've all seen countless crime dramas, but this one has a twist, the Prime suspect is a teenager.

There's a humdinger of a twist here, one that will ensure you're zoned in and fully engaged.

It has an almost documentary style vibe to it, it's a procedural drama, one where we learn pieces of the puzzle as time moves on.

This features one amazing cast, the likes of Stephen Graham, Ashley Walters and Faye Marsay, but credit where it's due, it's the young Owen Cooper who really delivered.

Powerful drama.

9/10.

The outstanding storyline full of intrigue and mystery made the episode grab all my attention from the first minutes and kept the suspense until the end. You may have already known whether he did or not but you wouldn't be sure until the very end.

The fact that it was shot in a single sequence shot made the whole police process and interrogation even more immersive. And every scene transition felt so organic that I feel like no moment was wasted.

The performances of all the cast is very good, but I highlight Stephen Graham's performance, his look and body language in 2 specific scenes were splendid.

I'm in.