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This movie is the proof that the world is becoming a sick and dumb place

I'll tell you why so serious

This is a tender, generous movie that likes its characters and presents them as real people, full of flaws and strengths.

A movie that not only functions as a solid scarefest but a razor-sharp satire.

Six years after Sam Peel is released from jail for killing Trife, he realises that life is no easier on the outside than it was on the inside and he's forced to confront the people he hurt the most.Some have moved on, others are stuck with the repercussions of his actions that night, but one thing's for certain - everyone has been forced to grow up.Through his journey Sam struggles to deal with his sorrow and guilt and something else he didn't expect - those seeking revenge.As he's pursued by a new generation of bad boys, Sam sets about trying to get the message across to his pursuers that they should stop the violence.Much like Trife tried to tell him all those years ago.....A worthy follow up to kidulthood, this could also have been called Sam's redemption, as he is now a shadow of the character he was in the first film. And this is why Clarkes film works so well, because you never know if Sam will crack and begin to be the person he once was. There were times when i thought he would go back to his ways, but he only commits violence in this to protect himself, not because of wrath.It's well scripted, and well cast. If you are from the UK, you will know that the 'gangsta' accents, a lot of the cast use are spot on, and also very annoying, just like in real life.The ending is a bit over the top, and Danny Dyer has no real reason to be in this film, apart from acting the geezer, but these are minor quibbles in an otherwise terrific story.Looks like Clarke could be big.He even references doctor who when he is on the bus.

For my reviews on Kidulthood and Adulthood, I rate both films 10/10 to level with the low ratings these films have unfairly received. Under-rated talent!This is a fantastic follow-up to Kidulthood, packed with the haunting past of Sam's life. This time the viewers follow a journey from his perspective, starting from the day he walks out of prison and onto the streets he once called home. On his first day into freedom, he must deal with the consequences of murdering Trife and being the cold-hearted teen he once was. But throughout it all, the viewers are shown a vulnerable, almost frightened, side to Sam the bully. In a strange way, you almost start to respect who he has become as he tries to find his way back in life.Excellent acting all round, thumbs up to the actress playing Lexi, her portrayal of the character was on point. Again, great visuals and love the directing of both films - love the slide screens in some shots and the angles/lighting in others that give it a more dark/gritty effect.Packed with emotion and deep conflict, this is a film that brings forward many questions about where life is heading for youth in today's London.I was worried that Adulthood would not be as good as Kidulthood, but I had no reason to worry; this is on the same level of epic and realness, although I'd say it is deeper and less humorous which makes it as hard-hitting as it is.Also, the actor playing Jay is an absolute talent. Watching him from the first film to this, his impact on the screen is amazing. Especially loved his last scene of the film in which he gives an outstanding performance, as does Noel Clarke. That particular scene is now on my list of top movie scenes of all-time.Another round of applause to Noel Clarke for his outstanding, raw and matchless talent. Please do keep them coming!

Sam (Clarke) is released from prison 6 years after he killed Trife. Now old faces are warning him that someone is going to hurt him and his mother.Kidulthood powered itself to the media's attention with its strong and controversial look at a group of young youths in London and its sequel Adulthood continues the look at what is regarded at a stereotypical teenager.Clarke stunned critics with his hard approach to real life Britain in his first film and how the general public react to seeing teenagers who wear a hoodie and swear every other word. Though Clarke's view of the stereotype is exaggerated he has hit the nail on the head with the behaviour of modern teens. The way teens treat adults and how teens are so inconsiderate of others is a very accurate portrayal of the typical teenager and the film creates that hard realism by using such figures.Criminals, druggies, and thugs are all in these two films and give viewers a good look at what British teenage life is like.In context of the last film, Sam's return was always going to spark anger with friends of Trife's and Clarke has grabbed the concepts of revenge and human emotion and twisted the ordinary revenge into powerful shock.Adulthood is a coming of age drama as we see characters from Kidulthood grown up with their own lives at university or with their family.Seeing the change in characters makes the viewer feel associated with the story as the realism behind the change in circumstances is an occurrence that happens with everyone.The plot uses issues of loyalty, hatred and coming of age to get the point of realism across to the audience. The strong focusing upon such issues fulfils the drama genre and creates that ultimate hard real life sad feeling. The plot is consistent but the dialogue feels very repetitive and is often hard to comprehend with the constant use of slang. The performances and facial reactions are enough to make the issues understandable, in particular Clarke who you can empathize with.There are a few predictable and repetitive moments but there is a surprise around every other corner which makes this enjoyable.Clarke's direction is the best part of this film. Sharp and fast, Clarke has created one of the finest directed British films to date with appropriate use of high and low angled shots in the context. The splitting screen likewise is a great technique, a unique and diverse approach that feels like an observation of the teenager's lives.Adulthood is a true sequel, strong and realistic with plenty in store to shock and excite.

I was excited to watch this film, I saw Kidulthood when it first came out in 2006 and it wasn't very popular then. I think that anyone who is considering going watching Adulthood without having already seen Kidulthood should think again. The whole plot revolves around what happened in the first film.Anybody who has seen both films should agree that Kidulthood is the better of the two. The storyline is clearer and easier to follow and it is not as dark or as serious as Adulthood until the very end. However Adulthood is an amazing film with an excellent performance from Noel Clarke as a director and an actor. Even though I don't think that Adulthood lived up to its predecessor, It is definitely worth a watch.I think that Adam Deacon steals the show, as he did in Kidulthood and I like how the film shows how peoples lives can change as a result of an event such as the death of Trife in the first film. For example, Jay is clearly affected more by the death of his friend and he turns to dealing drugs and theft whereas Mooney (or Robert) goes to University and studies law.I love the concept of both films and could watch either of them over and over.