Trickster

This a supernatural show that is gritty and has an authentic feel. A poor working class town in Canada with many locals of Indian decent. A great plot with fine acting. Looking forward to season 2

In a native Canadian community, high school kid Jared has a troubled life and makes money manufacturing and selling pills. His disturbed mother Maggie Martin owes her drug dealer a lot of money. His absent father Wade is trying to get back into his life. He befriends foster kid Sarah and fat gamer Crashpad. There is something supernatural and it has to do with his origins.

This is fascinating for its cultural elements. The basic supernatural premise is almost a superhero origin story with unique native twists. The actors are mostly solid. The story needs to push harder and go faster. I do like this world and the general tone. It lasted six episodes before getting cancelled under a cloud. Basically, Jared finally finds out his origin story at the end of it but he has only started his quest. I would have liked for him to get going earlier and discover his origins later.

Bravo to the TRICKSTER creators for bringing together modern, relatable, strong actors of Canadian First Nation heritage. I'm only one episode in, but this show has what so many similar "eerie" and "spooky" shows lack: a stealthy sense of humor.

One moment you're gasping and then something happens and you chuckle involuntarily. Not a big sitcom laff, but a really well-timed and welcome break in tension.

I don't recognize any of the actors and overall the characters they create are solid, dimensional and believable.

I do not necessarily agree with some reviews violence drug etc almost exist in a majority of drama I personally never judge a drama by watching only first episode the atmosphere and filmography want to reflect horror and thrill which truly transferred it is not likely a happy ending drama but apparently is aiming on growth of a charachter from drug and crappy life to finding a purpose for his existence fighting for his fathers traditions. I always have been a fan of all native writings and mythology. Raven symbol reminded me of my readings of Castaneda.

I'm not indigenous. I learned a bit of indigenous mythology in university but I don't remember much. The supernatural is intriguing. The scenery is beautiful.