Why Was Adolescence Star Ashley Walters Almost in ‘Tears’ While Filming Episode 2 of Critically Acclaimed Netflix Show? Actor Reveals

In my recent reflections, I, Ashley Walters, shared a chilling anecdote from the set of the latest Netflix series, Adolescence. I reminisced about the moment when I unintentionally botched a single-take scene.

On the Capital XTRA Breakfast Show, Ashley Walters openly admitted that he came very close to shedding tears due to a mistake he made during filming. But he also revealed that his director stepped in to offer comfort.

During the discussion, Shayna Marie pointed out that it was then when Stephen Graham, Walters’ fellow actor, disclosed an incident where Walters unintentionally messed up a scene.

Regarding the event, Ashley Walters openly acknowledged, “Yes, it occurred. During episode two, I pursued a child at the finale, and inadvertently used his name for my actual son rather than the character’s name.

Later on, he mentioned that the series’ director, Philip Barantinix, paid him a visit to console him. “I was really emotional, man,” Walters reminisced.

In a manner similar to a football team, Walters underscored the importance of collective effort among cast and crew. He confessed to being near tears, as he had just witnessed an excellent scene performance – but unfortunately, his error spoiled it.

In a later statement, the actor from Get Rich or Die Tryin’ added that Philip Barantini attempted to comfort him with phrases such as, “No, but perhaps, the character is just so confused…

Hearing these words, Ashley Walters then asked the director for another take.

The surprising detail emerged following the discovery that a unique, single-take method was employed during the filming of Adolescence. This innovative technique was the creation of director Philip Barantini, renowned for his non-traditional style, which he consistently applied to each of the four episodes in the series.

The Netflix series titled “Adolescence” is penned by Stephen and Jack Thorne. Since its recent debut, it’s been causing quite a stir with viewers.

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2025-03-20 17:37