Netflix’s latest crime drama, Adolescence has captivated audiences with its raw storyline and brilliant single-shot cinematography. Directed by Philip Barantini, Adolescence is co-created and written by Graham and Jack Thorne and each episode of the show has been shot in a single take. Starring Stephen Graham as Eddie and Owen Cooper as Jamie Miller, the film explores themes of guilt, denial and the impact of upbringing on one’s fate. Now amid all the praise, an audition video of Owen Cooper has gone viral.
Owen’s Audition Tape
Director Philip Barantini shared the audition clip on his Instagram and captioned it “Owen’s audition tapes for Jamie in ADOLESCENCE.” Highlighting the young actors outstanding performance and hard work for the role.
Fan Reactions
As soon as the video was shared fans have been quick in flooding the comment section praising Owen’s performance in the hit crime series. A user wrote “When he swipes the hot chocolate away and loses it, it gives me goosebumps. He is a little star, he really is. Thoroughly enjoyed the series and can’t wait to see Owens new roles.” Another wrote “You can see here how raw talent, when molded by specific direction, is magic. The serendipity of this young actor, having access to you at this moment in development?? His chops have been elevated so far, so quickly. You just handed the world a deserved new star.”
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Plot Of The Series
The series follows a seemingly normal family whose life takes a dark turn when their 13- year- old son Jamie Miller is arrested for the shocking murder of a teenage girl from his school. As the investigations unfolds and secrets come to light, the audience is left shocked and on the edge of their seats due to its gripping plot and As the film concludes, Jamie’s parents are left shattered, drowning in guilt and regret. Eddie and his wife question whether different choices could have altered Jamie’s fate. The tragic ending forces the audience to re-think on topics like parenting, responsibility and devastating consequences of triggered anger.
