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Grassroots
2022·Show
·13Episodes in1Season·
Grassroots fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Hopeful and moving
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Coming of Age9
- Hopefulness8
- Family Dynamics8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Cringe Humor3
- Situational Comedy2
World
Everyday modern life, sports, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout characters and performances
- Character Depth9
- Acting8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumHopeful and moving
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's hopeful and moving. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, sports, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life, sports, and growing up. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Sports9Competition, training, and teamwork.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout characters and performances
The characters and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
Two boys from the rural Eastern Cape relocate to a boarding school in Johannesburg to follow their dreams of rugby stardom.
Sports DramaComing-of-AgeBoarding School StoryBrotherhood & RivalrySouth African SettingAspirationalCharacter-DrivenHopefulEmotional Depth
Actors
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Questions about Grassroots
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
How many seasons does Grassroots have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 13 episodes and is still in production.
When did Grassroots air?
S1
It started in 2022 and is still in production.
What language is Grassroots in?
XhosaEnglish
It was made in Xhosa, with some English.