Peacock’s “The Resort” Discussion – Temple of Geek Podcast

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In this episode of the Temple of Geek Podcast, we break down our thoughts on the critically acclaimed Peacock Series “The Resort”. “The Resort” is a multi-generational, coming-of-age love story disguised as a fast-paced mystery about the disappointment of time. An anniversary trip puts a marriage to the test when the couple finds themselves embroiled in one of the Yucatan’s most bizarre unsolved mysteries that took place fifteen years prior.

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The Resort

The Resort isn’t easily defined as a genre. The show was pitched to audiences as a murder mystery through its trailer. But it is so much more than that. It’s also a sci-fi love story that asks questions about destiny and what is “meant to be”. In this podcast episode, we break down what we believe is the genre it falls under.

In the show, Emma (Cristin Milioti) and Noah Reed (William Jackson Harper) have headed to the MayanRivier for the ten-year anniversary of their marriage. However, a discovery on their trip puts their marriage to the test. Soon the couple finds themselves embroiled in a bizarre unsolved mystery that took place fifteen years prior. A mystery involving the disappearance of two young adults, a mysterious death, and a once-in-a-century hurricane. Through their detective work, they connect with various people, each seeking to come to terms with something from their past. And in pursuing the mystery of what happened to the missing young adults, they confront questions about life, love, and the disappointment of time. A part detective story, part Indiana Jones-esque adventure, part epic love story, The Resort will take you from the edge of your seat to the depths of personal reflection and back again.

 

About our Hosts

During this podcast episode, Our host break down the characters in the series, the representation, and what we think about the overarching story arc. The series stars William Jackson Harper, Cristin Milioti, Skyler Gisondo, Luis Gerardo Méndez, Nina Bloomgarden, Gabriela Cartol and Nick Offerman.

Maria Akhtar is a medical student that loves to overthink and overanalyze tv shows a little too much and now has a TikTok dedicated to just that. Already a fan of many realms and universes, including Harry Potter, MCU, DCU, and Game of Thrones. But on a mission to infiltrate the rest of the fandoms as well, ahem Star wars. While also being a huge film enthusiast. If Abed Nadir had a little sister, she would still be cooler than me but I would definitely be her best friend.

Suhaila is an engineer who has a love for all things sci-fi, fantasy, and comedy. Her favourite stories are ones that keep you on your toes and make you think deeper. She loves discussing characters, themes, and thinking up wild theories (that typically pan out). And she loves creating earrings to match the shows she watches. You can watch her live reactions, see her earrings, and find her theories on her Tiktok page @..suhaila.

Monica Duarte is the Editor-In-Chief at Temple of Geek. She has been at Temple of Geek since 2016 sharing her fandoms and passions with our readers. A veteran of the Southern California convention scene, she enjoys going to as many cons as she can. You can check out her work here. And follow her on Twitter and Instagram as @thisdorkynerd.

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