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Charlie Jade
2005·Show
Charlie Jade fingerprint
Immersive world, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
- Spectacle6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Wonder6
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Dark Humor3
- Physical Comedy2
World
The future, mystery, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Ambiguity7
Craft
Standout storytelling
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue9
- Narrative Structure8
- Complexity8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Charlie Jade is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
World
HighThe future, mystery, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the future, mystery, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout storytelling
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The storytelling stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative5Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
THREE WORLDS... ONE HOPE
Charlie Jade is a science fiction television program filmed mainly in Cape Town, South Africa. It stars Jeffrey Pierce in the title role, as a detective from a parallel universe who finds himself trapped in our universe. This is a Canadian and South African co-production filmed in conjunction with CHUM Television and the South African Industrial Development Corporation. The special effects were produced by the Montreal-based company Cinegroupe led by Michel Lemire.
The show started in 2004 and was aired on the Canadian Space Channel. It premiered on the Space Channel April 16, 2005 and aired in Eastern Europe, France, Italy, on SABC 3 in South Africa, on Fox Japan, and on AXN in Hong Kong. The show began airing in the United Kingdom in October 2007, on FX. The Sci Fi Channel in the United States premiered the show on June 6, 2008, but after 2 episodes on Friday prime-time, moved it to overnight Mon/Tue.
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Is Charlie Jade worth watching?
46
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 47/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Charlie Jade rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How many seasons does Charlie Jade have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 20 episodes of about 60 minutes each.
When did Charlie Jade air?
S1
It ran from 2005 to 2005 and has ended.
What language is Charlie Jade in?
English
It was made in English.
In how many countries can I watch Charlie Jade?
4
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What tropes does Charlie Jade use?
AfrofuturismAliens in CardiffAx-CrazyLudd Was RightCyberpunkCorrupt Corporate ExecutiveColor WashMegaCorpApocalypse HowHardboiled DetectiveGaia's LamentFailure Is the Only Optionand 3 more
TV Tropes lists 15 storytelling tropes for Charlie Jade, including Afrofuturism, Aliens in Cardiff, Ax-Crazy.