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Dare To Believe
2002·Show
·26Episodes in2Seasons·
Dare To Believe fingerprint
Funny, immersive world, emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace4
- Spectacle4
- Tension3
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Wonder5
- Melancholy3
- Wholesome2
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and sharp wit
- Absurdist Humor10
- Wit & Wordplay7
- Cringe Humor7
World
Kept in the background
- Ambiguity9
- Novelty9
- World Immersion7
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction8
- Dialogue Quality7
- Non-linear Narrative7
Style
Standout visual style and sound design
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization9
- Sound Centrality8
- Cinematography7
All energy traits
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos1Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of absurdist humor and sharp wit
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor10Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor7Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity10Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
HighKept in the background
It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Ambiguity9Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Surrealism10Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative7Time-shifts and structure play.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative6Stories about storytelling.
- Character Depth4Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure3Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue3Curiosity and investigative pull.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout visual style and sound design
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Psychedelic7Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
Who it's for
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About
Dare To Believe is a surreal TV sketch show that was shown on ITV in the UK. The programme was shown during the early hours of the mornings, and ran for 2 series between 2002 and 2004, each with thirteen 30 minute episodes. The show gained a cult following amongst students and insomniacs.
It largely consisted of dada-inspired comedy sketches, interspersed with periods of hypnotic visuals. During these hypnotic visuals, its much-used catchphrase was often recited: "Fly like a mouse, run like a cushion, be the small bookcase".
It was written and directed by Tim de Jongh, who also acted in the show. Tim Firth and Michael Marshall Smith who both co-wrote some of the material were better known for their work on the BBC Radio 4 show, And Now, In Colour. Tim Scott won a BAFTA in 2003 for co-writing and directing the children's show Ripley and Scuff. Dare To Believe was commissioned and then re-commissioned by David Liddament. The show was abandoned upon Liddament's exit from ITV.
The show notably contained voice-over work and appearances by the late Patrick Allen.
Surreal Sketch ComedyAbsurdist HumorCult ClassicBritish OddityPsychedelic VisualsDadaist ComedyUnconventional StructureLate-Night TVMind-BendingEccentric Character
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Questions about Dare To Believe
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How many seasons does Dare To Believe have?
2 seasons
It has 2 seasons with 26 episodes and is still in production.
When did Dare To Believe air?
S1S2
It started in 2002 and is still in production.
What language is Dare To Believe in?
English
It was made in English.