It was clear post-trailer viewing that Adolescence, the latest crime/drama from Ashley Walters and Stephen Graham, would be very moving. I did not realise just how powerful and affecting it would be. 

Written, structured and filmed smartly and engagingly, the four-episode story centres on a 13-year-old teenager accused of murdering his schoolmate and some of the key individuals impacted by his alleged actions. 

As you can imagine – thanks to the talented performers, I cried, especially at the end. My hand may have even reached out at the screen at the very end, for reasons that will be clear once you watch the series.

If it was not already widely known that parenting is never easy, this story is quite a reminder. Adolescence, the phase in development, is also challenging for several reasons, particularly in modern times.

This one is emotional but interesting and worthy. So, if you’re curious enough, watch Adolescence. It’s very British and arguably ‘too real’, which is a high compliment for the filmmakers involved.

Adolescence is co-written by Stephen Graham and Jack Thorne, while Philip Barantini directs.

Happy Film Loving,

G