Toxic masculinity in Adolescence, Netflix’s latest hit, sparks debate on the manosphere’s harmful influence. The program explores the social and psychological aspects of the adolescent boy’s conduct as it follows the aftermath of his murder of a classmate. Adolescence has emerged as one of the platform’s top series, addressing the growth of influencers like Andrew Tate and the effects of online misogyny through its fearless depiction of damaging online influences.
A “Why dunnit” as opposed to a “Whodunnit”
Unlike traditional crime dramas, “Adolescence” establishes the killer’s identity early. The show’s creators, Stephen Graham and Jack Thorne, want to explore the psychological foundations of toxic masculinity. Rather than creating an engrossing mystery.
According to Thorne, “We wanted a why dunnit, not a whodunnit.”
Each episode presents a different point of view, examining the ways in which social pressure, online radicalization, and internalized misogyny impacted the protagonist’s violent deeds.
Andrew Tate’s Impact on the Manosphere
The show directly mentions the notorious influencer Andrew Tate, a contentious figure with millions of followers. His presence in the manosphere, a collection of online communities that spread sexist views. That has raised concerns about his influence on young men. Tate’s philosophy, which prioritizes “alpha male” power over women’s independence, is a major component of “Adolescence.”
A Request for Information and Conversation
The program highlights how vulnerable teenagers are to dangerous online content. Teachers and mental health experts have praised “Adolescence” for raising awareness of this issue and have encouraged parents and schools to initiate media consumption conversations.
Thomas Michael, a British school safety expert, urges parents to stay aware of what their kids encounter online.
“Adolescence” promotes critical analysis of the manner in which the media shapes perceptions of gender and interpersonal relationships by tackling these difficult subjects.
Source: NBC News
