September 26th 2023.
The Netflix series Sex Education is receiving a lot of well-deserved praise. It is definitely a roller coaster ride for viewers that offers more than they had bargained for. It is both lighthearted and deep, entertaining and thought-provoking. It takes place in Moordale, a small UK town, and contains an array of characters that represent a variety of races, gender identities, and themes. Laurie Nun shows how the world could be if we were more compassionate.
The relationships between the characters are unique and complex. Otis’ relationship with his mother Jean; her relationship with her sister Joanna; Adam’s relationship with his father Michael; Eric and Otis; Maeve with her mother Erin and brother Sean, and more - all of these are portrayed in a realistic and profound way. The topics covered in the series are vast; from asexuality and vaginismus to addiction and depression, and even climate change. It can easily be called a modern-man’s-guide-to-happy-living.
In the context of Indian society, Sex Education is a breath of fresh air. While teenagers in the British school are seeking help for better sex lives, in India, public displays of affection are met with vigilante justice. Talking to parents about sex is an often impossible task, and the queer community is still greatly oppressed. Yet, there are some parts of the series that feel a bit preachy, and Eric’s character is often not given enough attention. Despite these flaws, Sex Education has created a high bar for other coming-of-age dramas, and it certainly hit the right spot for me.
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