Death in Paradise spin-off is “not a carbon copy” of BBC’s main show

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As a seasoned gamer of crime and mystery shows, I’ve seen my fair share of detective dramas, but none quite like “Return to Paradise”. Having grown up watching its predecessor “Death in Paradise“, I must admit, I was initially skeptical about this spin-off. However, after watching the first few episodes, I can confidently say that it’s a breath of fresh air Down Under!

Return to Paradise‘s Anna Samson has said the spin-off is no “carbon copy” of the original show.

The principal actor shared with Digital Spy and other reporters: “[Return to Paradise] honors its predecessor while maintaining its essence and allure. It’s pleasant and inviting, much like the original, but it’s not an exact replica. I believe this difference is a positive aspect.

The Death in Paradise spin-off is centred around the franchise’s first female detective inspector Mackenzie Clarke, who begrudgingly returns home to Australia following a tense departure six years prior.

In Samson’s opinion, adding a female detective to the series doesn’t fundamentally alter its core identity as significantly as one might assume.

“What sets our show apart is its distinctive backdrop, specifically Australia. This location gives the series a unique twist compared to other shows. Additionally, having the main detective character return to their hometown adds a fresh perspective that differs from the original series.

The setting isn’t the Caribbean, which eliminates any potential cultural conflicts. Instead, our protagonist is an outsider in a familiar town where people recognize her. This unique aspect of our series is that she’s like a fish out of water, yet not entirely alienated.

Lloyd Griffith, a co-star, described Detective SC Colin Cartwright’s integration into the new format as follows: “Colin has been with us for about six to seven years now, making him quite settled in his role.

He commented: “There’s a sense of ‘Ah, here are new faces in a place’, but they’re actually well-acquainted with their surroundings, which I believe makes [the show] unique. Additionally, this allows for more intriguing backstories to be developed. In the upcoming series, you’ll encounter romantic relationships.

Griffith went on to share his experience of filming on location.

“The Caribbean is beautiful, but I think Brits absolutely adore Australia and so it’s just location porn after location porn after location porn. It’s refreshing,” he said.

Paradise Begins Airing on November 22 on BBC One.

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2024-11-12 19:18