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Borderline
2016·Show
·12Episodes in2Seasons·
Borderline fingerprint
Funny, immersive world, emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace4
- Tension3
- Adrenaline1
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Wholesome4
- Hopefulness4
- Pathos3
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and cringe comedy
- Situational Comedy9
- Cringe Humor8
- Satire & Parody8
World
Everyday modern life and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
- Dialogue Centrality9
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability8
Craft
Standout performances, dialogue, and characters
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Visual Stylization6
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Borderline is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and cringe comedy
Expect plenty of situational comedy and cringe comedy.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy9Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor8Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighEveryday modern life and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around everyday modern life and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout performances, dialogue, and characters
The performances, dialogue, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Meta Narrative7Stories about storytelling.
- Intrigue3Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality2Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
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Mockumentary based in the border security office of fictional Northend Airport, a small provincial airport which may lack a little in glamour, but still must abide by the same rules as larger international airports
Mockumentary ComedyWorkplace HumorBritish ComedyBureaucratic SatireCringe HumorCharacter-DrivenEveryday AbsurdityRelatable AwkwardnessObservational Comedy
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Questions about Borderline
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Is Borderline worth watching?
68
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Borderline rated?
Strong language
Content advisories: strong language.
How many seasons does Borderline have?
2 seasons
It has 2 seasons with 12 episodes.
When did Borderline air?
S1S2
It ran from 2016 to 2017 and has ended.
What language is Borderline in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.