Adult Swim Specials Season 1 Episode 9 Frank Pierre Presents: The Frank Pierre Resort and Casino
- TV-MA
- December 1, 2014
- 10 min
Frank Pierre Presents: The Frank Pierre Resort and Casino is the ninth episode of the first season of Adult Swim Specials. This episode is a mock infomercial for a fictional resort and casino run by the titular character, Frank Pierre. The episode is a send-up of the over-the-top advertising often used to promote lavish vacation destinations.
The episode begins with an introduction to Frank Pierre, the owner and operator of the Frank Pierre Resort and Casino. Pierre is a flamboyant and charismatic figure who promises that his resort will be the "most incredible and totally luxurious destination in the entire world." He introduces the various amenities of the resort, including a massive casino, gourmet restaurants, and a variety of spa services.
As the infomercial continues, we see various characters who have supposedly visited the Frank Pierre resort. These characters, played by actors, are all over-the-top caricatures of rich and privileged individuals who have indulged in the decadent offerings of the resort. One character brags about his private helicopter, while another boasts about the diamond-encrusted watches he's purchased at the resort's high-end jewelry store.
Throughout the infomercial, there are various jokes and gags that poke fun at the lavishness of the resort and the people who frequent it. For example, one scene features a group of elderly women relaxing in a hot tub and discussing their various plastic surgeries. Another scene shows Pierre himself in a dramatic pose, declaring that his resort is "not just a place to stay, it's a lifestyle."
As the infomercial draws to a close, Pierre invites viewers to book their own stay at the Frank Pierre Resort and Casino. He promises that the resort will be an unforgettable experience that they won't regret. The episode ends with a tagline that reinforces the absurdity of the entire premise: "Why settle for vacation when you could have an experience?"
Overall, Frank Pierre Presents: The Frank Pierre Resort and Casino is a hilarious lampooning of the kind of over-the-top marketing that is often used to sell luxury vacation destinations. The performances are all top-notch, with the actors playing their ridiculous characters perfectly straight, which only adds to the humor of the situation. Whether you're a fan of Adult Swim or just enjoy skewering the absurdities of the ultra-rich, this episode is definitely worth a watch.