The Girls' Trip Trap: Why D'Arcy Carden's Five Star Weekend Hits So Close to Home D'Arcy Carden's portrayal of Brooke in Peacock's hit series Five Star Weekend is a nuanced exploration of women's friendships, one that resonates with audiences.
But what makes this character study feel so relatable? The show's thoughtful deconstruction of the dynamics at play when a group of women come together is a key factor.
By poking fun at the expectations and hierarchies that inevitably arise – who leads, who is an outsider?