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Jam
2000·Show
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What's your score?
Jam fingerprint
Very funny, stunning style, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Scare6
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos3
- Family Dynamics2
Humor
Plenty of dark humor and cringe comedy
- Dark Humor10
- Cringe Humor9
- Absurdist Humor9
World
The mind and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Novelty9
- World Immersion8
- Ambiguity8
Craft
Standout direction and performances
- Direction9
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Standout editing, score, and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Editing9
- Music Composition9
- Visual Stylization9
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis1Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness0Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
Very highPlenty of dark humor and cringe comedy
Expect plenty of dark humor and cringe comedy.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor10Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor9Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor9Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity10Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
HighThe mind and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism9Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout direction and performances
The direction and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction9Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative7Time-shifts and structure play.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth3Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure2Story architecture and form.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
Very highStandout editing, score, and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the editing, score, and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Editing9Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition9Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality9Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Centrality8The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Psychedelic5Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
Who it's for
AdultsSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking
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About
Welcome, in Jaaaaam
Adapted from Blue Jam, a late night radio show, Jam consists of six shows featuring dark humour and unsettling sketches unfolding over an ambient soundtrack. From the mind of Chris Morris.
Dark Absurdist HumorUnsettling SketchesPsychological HorrorSurreal & GrotesqueExperimental ComedyAmbient SoundscapeProvocative SatireNiche & CultDisorienting AtmosphereNon-Linear
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Questions about Jam
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Jam worth watching?
82
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 8.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Jam rated?
Disturbing imageryStrong languageSexual content
Content advisories: disturbing imagery, strong language, and sexual content.
How many seasons does Jam have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 6 episodes of about 24 minutes each.
When did Jam air?
S1
It ran from 2000 to 2000 and has ended.
What language is Jam in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
What tropes does Jam use?
Out with a BangSticky SituationParental IncestMakes Just as Much Sense in ContextToilet Seat DivorceSound-to-Screen AdaptationWorld of JerkassHelicopter ParentsDisproportionate RetributionParental NeglectSwiper, No Swiping!Covers Always Lieand 41 more
TV Tropes lists 53 storytelling tropes for Jam, including Out with a Bang, Sticky Situation, Parental Incest.