Since its ‍release a little over two weeks ago, the miniseries Adolescence has become one of Netflix’s most-watched programs worldwide, including in argentina, transforming into a global phenomenon.Discussions revolve around its particular narrative mechanism: ⁢each of the‍ four episodes of the British miniseries unfolds in a single sequence, with no cuts between scenes or distinguishable plan changes,⁢ and⁤ the performances of its cast.However, much attention is given to the tragedies portrayed with starkness.

Gender violence, ⁢the role of⁣ technology and networks in the lives of children and adolescents, and the consequences of hate speech are themes⁢ addressed in Adolescence. The series presents an unthinkable crime that uncovers a terror that resonates both within the fiction and among viewers. Netflix has previously premiered series that inspired ⁣similar⁢ reactions, such as Unorthodox, the first season of The Squid Game, and later, Baby Reindeer, all produced outside⁢ the Hollywood system.

However, beyond the essays and statistics ⁣that the miniseries brings to the forefront, it is also a ⁤work produced by Brad Pitt’s Plan B and launched by Netflix, the streaming giant aiming to entertain as many viewers as possible. Adolescence exists within the framework of current societies ⁣and within the context⁣ of Netflix, where a trend is the fascination with violent crimes. Whether ⁤through its options within the “True Crime” genre or fictional reconstructions, platform data suggests ⁤many subscribers ⁣are accustomed to choosing this type⁢ of story. True Crime is an industry that moves millions, from literature to podcasts, explaining the ⁤success of Adolescence.⁣ The miniseries suggests a numbness to the pain of others and a clinical relationship with ⁣violence among some adolescents, influenced by social networks and the consumption of certain types of stories.

The drama surrounding a crime that puts adults in a state of emergency is not the only story of an intriguing death gaining traction on Netflix. The mysterious crimes are very popular now. ‍People seem fun, the⁣ public loves to ⁢play detectives, says ⁣a character in The Residence, a mystery comedy that has also climbed the platform’s rankings since its premiere.

In contrast to the intensity of Adolescence, The Residence, produced by Shonda Rhimes, presents murder⁤ as a board⁣ game where participants gather clues ⁤to reveal the killer. From opposite ends of the crime genre spectrum, both fictions cover aspects ⁢of‍ crimes. Their presence on Netflix’s home screen and top rankings demonstrates the sophistication of current series ⁢production. While Adolescence and The Residence appear to exist in parallel universes, their meeting points are more notable than their superficial differences.

The premise ⁣of both ⁢fictions ⁤is a murder committed in challenging circumstances.In the British miniseries, the victim is⁢ a violently murdered teenager,‍ while⁣ in The Residence, the crime’s location is surprising: the White House. Detective Cordelia Cupp, played by Uzo Aduba, records details in her notebooks‍ to solve the case, which⁢ involves the administrator of the residence found dead during a state dinner with ‍the Prime Minister of Australia and guests such as Kylie Minogue ⁢and Hugh Jackman.

Inspired by Agatha Christie’s detective stories and Rian Johnson’s Knives Out, The Residence develops its plot with a method almost opposite to that of Adolescence. One of the drama’s characteristics is its long takes, involving ⁤the viewer in a visceral way. The camera follows the characters, sometimes resembling documentary footage. The inclusion of video records contributes to this sense of naturalness. In The Residence, the artificiality of the scene is its strength. With fragmented editing that emphasizes humor, comedy uses flashbacks and winks to popular ⁢culture. The characters ⁤talk, shout, and whisper,‍ saying everything, even if they say nothing. In Adolescence, silence weighs heavily, with what is unsaid more significant than what is expressed.The resistance of young people to talk to adults becomes a presence in scenes where ‍violence is⁢ always on the edge. In The Residence, mutism⁢ is a resource of the ⁢detective, showcasing talent and skills.

Counterprogramming was a strategy used by TV channels to maintain audience share. While less common in traditional television,it has relevance in streaming. The possibility of constant access to content makes the competition between platforms a minor conflict ⁣against the fight for subscribers’ attention.‍ In the case of Netflix, with its ambition to offer content for everyone, the idea of counterprogramming takes on another meaning. With Adolescence and its immersion in the relationship ⁣between parents and children, and the entangled The Residence, the illusion of offering content that does not leave ⁢anyone out is built on this pair of fictions.

In many ways, the two series are two ‍sides of the same coin.