Published July 12, 2024 4:38 pm
Jenna Coleman stars as Detective Ember Manning in the new BBC detective drama, The Jetty.
A fire in a scenic Lancashire lake town sets the stage for Detective Ember Manning (Jenna Coleman) to unravel a complex web connecting a podcast journalist’s cold case investigation and an illicit relationship involving underage girls. As Ember delves deeper, the truth threatens to shatter her world, forcing her to re-evaluate her past, present, and the town she calls home.
In a interview, Jenna Coleman unveils the depths of her character, Detective Ember Manning, in the upcoming drama series, The Jetty. Set against the backdrop of a scenic Lancashire lake town, the show intertwines a gripping missing person cold case with Ember’s personal journey of self-discovery.
“The Jetty is a story about Ember Manning, a mum who becomes a detective,” Coleman explains. “It’s a very character, human and relationship-driven drama that’s wrapped up as a detective thriller.” The series delves into the complexities of identity, sexual boundaries, and toxic culture, as Ember confronts her past while pursuing the truth.
Coleman describes Ember as “prickly, stubborn, proud and free-willed,” yet also “warm and loyal.” Throughout the series, Ember experiences an awakening, rediscovering herself after the loss of her husband. This journey of self-discovery is mirrored in the show’s visual themes of reflections and mirrors.
The Jetty explores the intricate relationships that shape Ember’s life. Her bond with her daughter, Hannah, is portrayed as a sisterly friendship, while her dynamic with her partner, Hitch, is filled with playful banter and tough love. Ember’s relationship with her deceased husband also plays a crucial role in the series, as she re-evaluates their past and its impact on her present.
With its focus on water, echoes, memories, and reflection, The Jetty promises to be a captivating exploration of identity, morality, and the complexities of human relationships in the wake of the Me Too movement.
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