Actor Stephen Graham has issued a warning to parents about the dangers of the internet, citing his experience working on the Netflix series “Adolescence”. The 51-year-old star plays the father of a 13-year-old boy who is accused of murdering a young girl. Graham’s concerns are centered around the external influences affecting children, including incel culture and misogyny.
In an interview with The Independent, Graham stated that parents need to be mindful of the “profound effects” of these external influences on their children’s culture. He emphasized that it’s not just parenting and education that shape a child’s life, but also external factors they may not even be aware of.
Graham wanted to explore how ordinary families can be affected by complex societal issues, rather than portraying extreme examples. The series asks the question: “Who is to blame?” and suggests that the answer lies in acknowledging the collective responsibility of family, school, society, community, and environment.
The actor noted that children today have access to a world of information at their fingertips, making it difficult for parents to control what they consume. He believes that shedding light on these complex issues can help parents be more aware of the hidden influences affecting their children.
Graham’s concerns are not limited to incel culture directly, but rather the broader impact of male rage and societal pressures on young people. By exploring these complexities, he hopes to provide a nuanced portrayal of the challenges faced by adolescents today.
Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/stephen-graham-netflix-adolescence-incel-culture-parents-warning-b2717716.html