PEN15 is a unique and weird show that captures the discomfort and strangeness of being a pre-teen. The show sets itself apart by merging a pre-teen experience with adult humor and having adults play the pre-teen characters. The article highlights some memorable scenes from the show, such as Maya cutting her own hair, the awkward crush on a friend's sibling, and the teacher who tries too hard to impress the students. The article also mentions the exaggerated depictions of middle school experiences and the cringey moments that perfectly depict the insecurities of that age.