Child actors shine in "Adolescence" Episode 2

In the second episode of "Adolescence," the focus remains on the strong performances of child actors, particularly Fatima Bojang as Jade, who expresses her grief through anger after her friend Katie's murder. The episode is set mainly in Jamie's school, where detectives interview students. Kaine Davis plays Ryan, who tries to evade police questioning about the murder weapon. The investigation takes a turn when DI Bascombe's son, Adam, reveals that Katie's comments on social media were linked to incel culture, suggesting a motive for the stabbing. The episode highlights the disconnect between educators and current youth culture, as teachers struggle to understand issues like incel ideology. The narrative concludes with a somber reflection on the impact of violence in schools, as the community mourns Katie's death.