However, the details of the story are not based on one case in particular.

Each episode shows a different aspect of his prosecution and doesnt dwell on embellishments.

Thisstripped-back, simplistic narrativegives the show a sense of realism, but it also doubles as a purposeful choice.

Owen Cooper as Jamie Miller and Stephen Graham as Eddie Miller in Adolescence

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Jamie might not be a real person, but he is a blended mosaic of real-life experiences.

That led to the creation ofAdolescence, which explores motives and shines a light on the epidemic.

A group of young women came together to hold a company accountable.

Erin Doherty as psychologist Briony Ariston interviews Owen Cooper as Jamie Miller in ‘Adolescence’

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As viewers, we obviously feel anger towards his actions and know that it is inexcusable.

Adolescencemay not follow a real-life case, but thatdoesnt mean it is not a true story.

Instead, it takes pieces of reality and threads them into a vital narrative.

Stephen Graham as Eddie Miller and Owen Cooper as Jamie Miller sitting side by side in ‘Adolescence’

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Its purpose is to educate viewers on what is happening around them.

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