The (stylized as Genera+ion ) project is a 2021 dramedy series from HBO Max that explores the lives, sexuality, and identity of high school students in a conservative Orange County community. Co-created by Zelda Barnz and her father Daniel Barnz, the show was notable for its attempt to capture an authentic, "raw" look at Gen Z from a teenage perspective. Key Features of the Piece
: The series follows a diverse group of teenagers, including the flamboyant Chester ( Justice Smith ), navigating complex relationships and social issues. Genera ion
: To maintain a "gritty lens," star Chase Sui Wonders (who plays Riley) took personal photos on set, creating a photo diary for Vanity Fair that captured the cast's off-screen chemistry. The (stylized as Genera+ion ) project is a