Erin Doherty finds filming scene with Owen Cooper terrifying

Erin Doherty, known for her role in the Netflix series "Adolescence," recently shared her experiences while filming an intense scene with co-star Owen Cooper. Doherty plays Briony Ariston, a clinical psychologist who evaluates Cooper’s character, Jamie Miller, in a serious situation involving a murder case. Doherty described a particular scene where Cooper's character shifts from friendly to menacing. She found this transformation to be "genuinely scary." In an interview, she explained how acting can sometimes blur the lines between reality and fiction, making it exciting for performers. She praised 14-year-old Cooper for his impressive debut performance. Doherty felt a sense of pride as she watched him explore complex emotions and push his acting limits. She acknowledged that it was a challenge for him to portray a darker side, especially with someone he had just met. To prepare for her role, Doherty consulted a former therapist to better understand the mindset of a psychologist. She aimed to depict a character who was fully present in the moment. This preparation helped her deliver a more authentic performance. "Adolescence" also features actors Christine Tremarco and Stephen Graham as Jamie's parents. The show follows a young boy who is arrested for the murder of a classmate and explores themes of bullying informed by social media. The series is currently available for streaming on Netflix.