I am beyond thrilled that Netflix's 'Emily in Paris' is finally coming to an end. This show has been a blight on the television landscape, and its demise is long overdue. As an avid viewer of international television, I can confidently say that 'Emily in Paris' is one of the worst shows I have ever had the misfortune of watching. It's time to bid adieu to this show and celebrate its passing.
The premise of 'Emily in Paris' is simple: an American advertising executive, Emily Cooper, is sent to Paris for no apparent reason other than to provide a superficial glimpse into French culture. The show follows her misadventures as she navigates the city, forcing everyone around her to speak English and displaying a loud, pushy, and annoying demeanor. The show's portrayal of Paris is extremely fictionalized, with characters adapting to Emily's every whim and wish, rather than the other way around. It's as if the show is saying that Americans know best and can teach other cultures how to live their lives, which is a deeply sinister message.
What makes 'Emily in Paris' particularly insidious is that it's essentially an advertisement. The show seamlessly weaves in brands such as McDonald's, Augustinus Bader, Baccarat, and Air France, using them to promote their products and services. The show's survival for six seasons can be attributed to this clever integration of advertising, as it stopped being a television show and became a straight-up advertisement for why you should go and get a Big Mac. It's as if the show is saying that the only reason to watch it is to see these brands, rather than for any artistic or narrative value.
In my opinion, 'Emily in Paris' is a stain on humanity, and I am thrilled to watch it die. It's a show that promotes a harmful message about work-life balance and assimilation, and its fictionalized portrayal of Paris is offensive and disrespectful. The show's demise is a welcome relief, and I can't wait to see what other great television shows Netflix has in store for us. Salut!
