The mise en scene of the protagonists bedroom challenges and conforms to stereotypical views about youth culture. The establishing shot suggests that the series targets a teenage audience and it will follow the life and experiences of a teenager. The duvet cover shown is of a double bed with a naked man and woman, suggesting that this age group is sexually charged. The protagonist is positioned in the middle of the two bodies suggesting that he is sexually inexperienced. It could also be suggesting that he is alone and confused about his sexuality, which conforms to teenage stereotypes. In this shot natural lighting is used to give a sense of realism so the teenage audience identifies with the life of the protagonist.
This shot is followed by several shots which show the rest of the boy's bedroom. The room is very clean and organised with mainly white colours, there is also a shot showing inside Tony's drawer where we can see all his clothes neatly folded and put away, this challenges the stereotype that teenagers are untidy and unorganised. In his room he has several weights and a full length mirror, which conforms with the stereotype that teenagers are self-obsessed and self-concious when it comes to body image.
The contrasts between the protagonists clothing and his sister's emphasises the challenges he makes with stereotypes. Her clothing is what we assume she would where out to a party which tells us she has been out all night and is only just coming home, this type of clothing and behaviour is stereotypical for teenagers, however the contrast between this and Tony's neat clothing and morning routine show that he doesn't conform with this stereotype.
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