Bonjour my lovelies, what a surprise when I check my video this morning - already 300 comments! I knew you will have something to say - thank you so much for your kind comments and sharing a laugh. big kisses ❤️

@nanelizabethjorgensen7971

3 жыл бұрын

@FrédériqueBros I so _so_ agree! 💞 to you!

@KarolinaPL06

3 жыл бұрын

Frederique can you make a video about your time in Paris, favourite places, food, stories etc???

@newmercies1

3 жыл бұрын

@@KarolinaPL06 that is such a great idea. I live in Geneva and I am planning a trip to Paris soon since we can't fly anywhere anymore, we can at least drive. ;) Any tips would be highly appreciated. Have a beautiful, blessed day!

@nolanancy

3 жыл бұрын

💋💋💋

@KarolinaPL06

3 жыл бұрын

@@newmercies1 I visited Geneva 2 times and I am in love 😍

Also our American daughter, who has studied in Paris and travelled throughout France, thought Emily in Paris was "quite dumb and ridiculous".

My husband and I are African Americans who visited Paris two years ago. Every Parisian we encountered were so welcoming and friendly! We loved it and cannot wait to go back! We humbled ourselves and apologized for not knowing the language but we learned a few key phrases and we were fine! Nous aimons Paris!

I am a French teacher in the US, and I find this series perpetuates horrible stereotypes that I, as an educator, have tried to get rid of! I have spent hours of my career convincing my students that the French are warm, generous people and that "not smiling" all the time doesn't mean you are rude. This series angers me, I can only imagine how it makes you feel. I loved hearing your honest response to this series. Merci bien!

@jeremybeau8334

7 ай бұрын

Look me im murrican, whats a kilometre? i dont have health care, i can't aford the doctor, i take fenta, i have a genormus student debt, i don't talk with my parents nor have a family bonds and i will became homless.

@loridelia8806

Ай бұрын

I have to say as an American I absolutely adore France and the people are amazing. My husband and I just visited Paris and the people were so lovely. New Yorkers should take lessons! We met a lovely French couple in the park and she gave me this beautiful prayer card, and I was so touched. We talked for hours at a cafe to a young French couple as they shared their dreams of opening a bed and breakfast in Spain. A lovely French lady went out of her way to help us at the air port. I can go on and on. I will always be grateful to the French for our American indépendance. Love you and your channel.❤❤❤

I feel like they missed who their demographic is. This show has the spirit of a disney channel tween show, with themes and character relationships that represent a MUCH older audience. It was just a mess. I feel underestimated by the producers which is offensive to the audience as well as the cultures represented.

@CatsInHats-S.CrouchingTiger

3 жыл бұрын

I believe (Netflix) is trying to inspire young people to develop a passion and an interest in France, especially Paris. 🇫🇷 🥖Remember her boyfriend in Michigan didn’t want her to go (controlling male perspective) but she goes despite to live life & just takes us in hopes that people will go visit France! I have to admit, the French are sophisticated in an intellectual social way. We can appreciate the cultural differences! 🤓

@jesseward568

3 жыл бұрын

Yes very American

@Julia-lk8jn

2 жыл бұрын

Word. The whole show feels like every single member in the production team is in his/her eighties and hell-bent on reproducing (1) Audrey Hepburn and (2) those lovely old movies about pretty US girls and all those charming French guys falling over each other to wait on her hand and foot, because obviously there's nothing cooler and impressive than an American girl ... ... just like in the good old times before all this horrible diversity and cultural sensitivity nonsense.

I watched the whole series just because I enjoy the Paris scenery so much, but the writing was really juvenile - tired old stereotypes of both American and French people. Thank you for not holding back, I LOVE your passion about it!!!!!

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

10000 merci ❤️

@alessandracm1921

3 жыл бұрын

Same here

@louisemills2466

3 жыл бұрын

Same here! I enjoyed the scenery of Paris but that’s it 😂 There were also many Chinese stereotypes (her best friend’s character).

@chowes41

3 жыл бұрын

Of course! It is done on purpose..mon dieu!!

@ChristineLeakeyMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed, bad writing.

As an American woman who travels to Paris for business, I couldn't agree more...I only made it through 30 minutes of Emily in Paris, then lost focus...it's so unreal and stereotypical (1980s). My colleagues in Paris treat me like gold, as a matter of fact, I have to beg for an evening on my own, they are always wanting me to call them, eat, shop, wine, etc., I love Paris!! Thank you Frederique, so great to hear from someone French, I feel validated!! :)

@rosean374

3 жыл бұрын

This is just fuckin entertainment. Its not. REAL!!!

@MsEvilgenius101

3 жыл бұрын

You sound like you have great colleagues in France!

@catalayalafaye5337

3 жыл бұрын

@@rosean374 Then create a fantasy world. If you want to portray a real place, you should portray it as it is and not how you think it should be.

@rosean374

3 жыл бұрын

@@catalayalafaye5337 thats what documentaries are for genius

@soniaroxana8157

3 жыл бұрын

@@rosean374 These days... it's REAL that the entertainment shape people views of the world. Those places they will never get to see with their own eyes or step in with their own feet, they experience it thru media. And becomes part of their values and beliefs system. Sorry, but until we all get to be some enlightened gurus, media is the world population most powerful behaviour and beliefs shaper we all have. So, is not wise to treat it lightly.

I’m not French. I hate ‘Emily in Paris’! I find it insulting, xenophobic, patronising. Unbearable to watch.

@maxhope7691

3 жыл бұрын

You are too sensitive

I got bored with it after watching 5 episodes , she was "just so perfect" and everything worked out just dandy for her. Nothing to do with real life.

@nadiaahern

3 жыл бұрын

That's it in a nutshell

@angelabby2379

3 жыл бұрын

is this one of the stereotype that french like to see tragedy and life.. lollll

I’m glad you decided to offer you opinion on this show. Justine Leconte also did a video about her impression of it which I think was posted last week. I find it interesting that you both are irritated by many of the same things. If I were French I would be upset too. Yes, it’s meant to be comedy but comedy doesn’t have to be constantly based in stereotypes. It’s lazy writing and lacks any kind of creativity. One thing I didn’t hear from you and Justine (or maybe I missed it) is the stereotype of Emily herself. Why does a young American woman have to portrayed as naive, culturally clueless, and spoiled? I absolutely hate that character type in comedy because, unfortunately, there are people who think it’s real. I’m a 43 year old American woman and I think during my adulthood I have seen minimal progress in how women are represented in media. It’s been a lot of two steps forward and one or two steps back. I could write an entire essay on this topic so I will stop here. It’s frustrating because I know we can do better.

@elisaruano7704

3 жыл бұрын

Well said!

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

So true. thank you for sharing and your intelligence ❤️

@micheleainsworth1709

3 жыл бұрын

Very well said!

@EmiliesPiano

3 жыл бұрын

This was perfectly said!

@63Freja

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly. Lazy writing and no one is bothering to research properly the French culture. All based on stereotypes.

I think this show needed a culture sensitivity department, or person, something, someone, anyone.

I totally agree I couldn’t even get through the first episode. Love love love your accent!!!!! You are adorable 😘

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Nikol - should we connect via email and do something fun together on YT? 😘

I'm now thinking how awful it would be if there was an 'Emily in Moscow'? 😱

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

lol

@petrojuli

3 жыл бұрын

Oh my Goood there would be stylish babushkas in fur eating caviar and people would be wearing adidas sweatsuits drowning vodka on the streets. All the Russian stereotypes you can imagine

@MeesNukk

3 жыл бұрын

@@petrojuli not to mention Emily without speaking a word of Russian (except for 'da') or understanding the industry would help the big oil companies strike amazing deals by posting on her instagram and sleeping with all the young hot oligarchs who just can't help being infatuated with her charming mediocrity.

@petrojuli

3 жыл бұрын

@@MeesNukk did we just write season 2? 😂

@CatsInHats-S.CrouchingTiger

3 жыл бұрын

Ahahahaheehee 🤣 “Emily in Moscow” “Emily in Shanghai” “Emily in the Bronx”. I like it! 😝👍🏼

Sex in the City was an equally fake version of life in NYC. So, in essence we have a production company that is rooted in fantasy.

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

true x

@cindi7228

3 жыл бұрын

Like so many things in America. Rooted in fantasy/unreality

@harps9064

3 жыл бұрын

Still remember my first trip to NYC and I was so disappointed that it didn't resemble SATC lol!!

@TheMocao

3 жыл бұрын

It’s like that with shows in Southern California too. If you watch any “reality shows” or “Hollywood” movies, you would think everyone is getting cosmetic surgery, driving luxury vehicles, and making friends with the rich and famous. Trust me, I would tell EVERYBODY I know if I was friends with Gerard Butler 🤣

@Shaara1

3 жыл бұрын

Maybe it was made for people who live in their fantasies and can't get rid off their stereotypes. I'm a Hungarian living in England. Huns ask me every time: " Is it true that the English drink tea every day at 5pm?" When I say no, tea is different from 'a cup of tea', and the English have the same 5 o'clock snack as we do, possibly with a drink, then they don't believe me. :) My version has not enough romance to it.

The first time I came to France in the spring of 2014 I spoke zero French. I stayed with a friend of mine in the Lorraine countryside, near the border with Luxembourg. After three months I knew far more French than Emily does in the show. Even in Paris, the only people who spoke English were workers at the transit stations (airport, gare, etc.), which is expected given the high number of tourists. In the Moselle, no one spoke any English, and if I wasn't sure how to say something in French I would have to resort to my high school-level German, since many Mosellans have some knowledge of German given the close proximity to Luxembourg and Germany. I've also been denied a year-long visa into France several times on the basis that I didn't know the language (I also tried finding work in Lux, but all the jobs I was qualified for such as secretary jobs required French-English bilingualism). There is no way this girl would get a full-fledged job in Paris with non-existent French skills.

What a great rant! 😆 I’m Irish and I know how it feels to have ones culture reduced down to awful stereotypes in movies and TV. Keep the passion alive👍🏻😁

@helenhood5161

3 жыл бұрын

What, what's wrong with leprechauns 💚💚💚💚

@misshuntress821

3 жыл бұрын

Me too! It’s always alcohol obsessed, randy old men 😂 Or leprechauns lol

@Julia-lk8jn

2 жыл бұрын

@@misshuntress821 & @Helen Hood totally not true, you're not giving Hollywood enough credit! There's also lovely red-headed young woman with harp music & green rolling hills in the background. --> perfectly adequate representation of a culture, yay.

@OK-Take5

2 жыл бұрын

I've been to your country several times, it's beautiful and so are the people.

@tiddlywinks456

2 жыл бұрын

I’m Irish too and completely agree. Only saw a leprechaun yesterday on our street 🤣🤣. Better stop all the drinking, I suppose?🤣🤣. I wonder if roles were reversed how we would all portray an Irish/French person in America.

I'm not French but have been to Paris and it was a dream come true. I can't imagine how you must feel. I'm latina, Hispanic so I'm hot blooded myself and understand your passion. When my people are misrepresented or misunderstood it irritates me because we all are proud of our roots. Thank you for this vid!

I love the squeak toy when you curse!! Omg so brilliant!!

I didn’t even make it through the first episode. I am American and have been to Paris twice. All the French people we encountered were warm, friendly, and welcoming. On several occasions, we had strangers notice that we were looking at maps and offer help with directions. So kind! I hope someday to explore more of your beautiful country. ❤️

I was very sad when I saw the negative depiction of French people and culture! We love French people in Australia because they are authentic and genuine!

Well said, 2 years ago I went to Paris in April with my 2 daughters. My 4 kids paid for the whole trip for my 55 birthday. People here in the USA where so negative about Paris and Parisians. I like to form my own opinions. I believe in being positive and embrace new experiences with an open mind. I loved Paris and the people. I’m Portuguese but have lived in America for 54 years and I love my countries. We stayed near Norte Dame. By the Pantheon. The food, the people, the sites will always stay in my heart. Before going to Paris I watched many KZread videos on how to say important everyday phrases in French. How to dress Parisian (which by the way is my style). I believe when you visit another country you make the effort to learn as much as possible about the place and it’s people, when you treat people like they should know your language and your ways of living then you are the rude and arrogant one. I’ve had the pleasure of traveling to many beautiful European countries and have never had a negative experience. I’ve treated people and their culture with respect and I’ve been treated the same. I love your beautiful country. I went in April not too many tourist so the streets, metro , etc. were super clean. If Paris is not clean during the tourist months then it’s the tourist who are making the mess. I saw the streets being cleaned every day. Such a wonderful experience to sit in an outdoor cafe and people watch and not being rushed out of the cafe by the waiter. Love your channel.

@Sunny-bw1mo

3 жыл бұрын

There are countries where they treat you so well even if you don’t speak a bit of their language. If you visit someone’s home, should always be respectful, but also a good host will welcoming you no matter what, especially if your investing in their place ❤️✌🏽

@xmx005

3 жыл бұрын

I’m French and sadly the cleanliness issues isn’t just due to the tourists. I don’t know how many time I’ve seen locals walking their dogs and not pick up after them; even outside of bars in the evening young men urinating on buildings, in the metro and such.

I lived in Paris for years, and I was so shocked and angry with the show I needed to stop watching. I completely understand.

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

merci x

Emily in Paris- American reaction to the "Emily" part: "Please don't think we're all really like this!!" French reaction to the "in Paris" part" "Please don't think we're all really like this!!"

I totally understand and agree with your comments. I am a southern American woman from Nashville, Tennessee. Southern people are rarely portrayed correctly in media. I agree with you. Today, in 2023, we can do better and we should.

I love France 🇫🇷 food , fashion , architecture , history , art , music 🎶, other thing I love about french people is the way they speak , soo eloquently , intellectually , like explaining a concept , but not yelling , love from india 🇮🇳

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

thank you Ramya x

I used to live with the flatmate, french student in Oxford, UK. She was the nicest person ever, well behave and open. She was cooking every day, never smoke and was surprised how much other students drink. We used to walk a lot to the town center, never in high heels :D I think EinP is so bias and hurtful for French.

The problem is that a lot of people just think in stereotypes. I do hate that, if you want to learn about somebody’s country or culture, go there on holiday, make friends with someone who’s originally from there. I’m a very happy that you had the guts to put it out there! Good for you, Frédérique!

I am more surprised at everyone’s surprise ! Since when have the movies EVER portrayed reality? Hello people?? I am sincerely worried if the general public think anything on a screen is truthful unbiased or meant to be informative - go to a good library for that!

@Ayin07

3 жыл бұрын

In this day an age, a writer has a responsibility to portray cultures as accurately as possible. People really do believe these portrayals. A lot of young girls flocked to NY wanting to be Carrie Bradshaws. Grey’a Anatomy inspired a generation of female physicians. There are consequences to media portrayals.

@andreaandrea6716

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, but one can hope for better writing. There are lots of silly movies taking place in Paris that are not as insulting (to both the French AND to Americans) as this.

@misedashi

3 жыл бұрын

I agree. I thought Emily in Paris was just pure entertainment--not a documentary, not to be taken seriously! I lived and worked in Paris for 15 years and felt that Emily in Paris was just a fun escape--of course, it's theatre of the absurd, but that's all. I'm surprised so many have reacted so strongly to it.

@andreaandrea6716

3 жыл бұрын

@@misedashi Well... if you find trashy writing and insulting stereotypes entertaining... I don't even know what to say.

@delabruna4283

3 жыл бұрын

I couldn’t agree more ! In this days everything is being judge like it’s just a série even if its « cliché » a bit what a time to live in it people try to be idealistic in everything but it’s just not possible

I got married in paris and let me tell you its the most beautiful city and the people are so warm , welcoming ,have excellent work ethic and the food delicious

love your rant!😂 You are so right and I am not even French, I'm Dutch!

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

I'm on fire baby!

I loved your analysis of this series. Specially, the lack of diversity in the series, like you say in 2020 this is strange and wrong! Thanks for this video!

Bonjour Frédérique! I am an American girl who has been lucky enough to visit Paris and France many times. I agree with EVERYTHING you said, I was appalled and dismayed at how horribly the French people were portrayed. Emily’s wardrobe was laughable, she would have to be worth millions to afford what she is wearing, plus the way the outfits were put together were absurd! Paris is the most beautiful city in the world and the people are wonderful. I did have a cab driver once criticize my pronunciation of a work (he was from Cote D’Ivoire) which hurt my feelings but that was the only time anyone was what I consider rude. The ONLY rude people I have encountered in Paris are Americans or people from other Countries (I won’t name). Like all big cities Paris has some not so beautiful parts, but the breathtaking beauty of the city, it’s culture, food and people far outweigh the bad and I cannot wait to go back. I’ve been using this time in lockdown to improve my French..also the most beautiful language.. I love your chanel, you are such a lovely person, please don’t think all American are like this because we aren’t. What I did like about the show is the cinematography which you mentioned, oh, how I miss that City. Merci je vous apprécie et j’adore vos vidéos. Oh by the way Emily (the girl who portrays her is 31, you’d think she’d know she looks ridiculous)

I understand why you are upset as a lot of the things depicted are problematic. In one way it is a movie and it is not supposed to be "reality" but rather a fantasy but in 2020 we got to be mindful because people will assume that this series reflects real life and it reinforces stereotypes. The lack of diversity was sad to see and the clearly biased distinctions between French and American (Emily) were disheartening. Emily is the savior and the only one with a great work ethic, she can get away with sleeping with a friend's boyfriend...etc..there are too many things to list

@moroccanmecrazy

3 жыл бұрын

@@karensetchfield3495 People do and that is why people insist on representation and most specifically fair representation free of stereotypes. "Hollywood" has been perpetuating stereotypes, creating racial divide from the beginning of times. It does seem like harmless entertainment but it perpetuates certain narratives.

@JayneWilliams-mo1hk

3 жыл бұрын

@@moroccanmecrazy on a more basic level, irrespective of whether somebody would feel personally affronted, its just an insult to people's intelligence to peddle lazy stereotypes.

I enjoyed watching the show because it was beautiful and funny. But I definitely didn't think it reflected reality. I mean ANY New York City sitcom has the exact same faults. Verified untrue to actual life in the city but people love the shows anyway. I think it's just par for the course of television. And I say all of this with love, I don't blame any Frenchmen for not liking the show. But I don't think anyone should be surprised about it either. It's tv! 🤣

@CatsInHats-S.CrouchingTiger

3 жыл бұрын

Oh dear, it’s an escape from reality, which we appreciate right now. I should be drinking more wine, having sex and going out more! 🤣 it’s just fantasy! 😆

I’ve only seen 2 episodes and the portrayals are driving me crazy! When I was in Paris many years ago, the Parisians were lovely! They were so grateful when I tried to use my little bit of French.

I'm French and I agree with you. But it's great to see in the comments that a lot of foreigners don't like this anti-French serie too.

Love your passion about this. I am Sicilian and hate that people like to stereotype me to “the Godfather”. Unfortunately a lot of American movies like to show themselves as friendlier/better/more successful than anyone else 🤔

During my summer traveling through France.... The people were kind, friendly and helpful. A smile and a limited knowledge of French(/Canadian French from my Memere) I felt that my attempts at speaking French were appreciated. Even, stopping people in the street for directions, they were so willing to help. Perhaps my advantage was looking like my family, I, was mistaken as a French resident. A few tourists stopped me and tried to speak with hand gestures.....then were relived when I said "I speak English". A trip of a life time and the French all made me feel right at home.

I lived in Italy for a year and started learning Italian because English is enough for tourists but there is no way you can make it in the country without speaking their language. Also, come on people, Italian is so beautiful and so is French!

The only good thing about this series is the beautiful City of Paris.

You are the third French KZreadr I follow who has posted their opinion. I’ve been following Marie-Anne Lecouer and Justine Leconte for years! In fact it was very sentimental to watch Marie-Anne’s recent videos of her trip to the Paris Ready-to- Wear Fashion shows as I was in Paris with my mother that very same week back in 1985. My mother was the same age as Marie-Anne and I are both now so its’ been really a tear jerker. I havent’ been able to watch the program yet, and I’m not sure I really want to except to see the visual love story for Paris the city itself.

Marie-Anne Lecoeur' has one of the best, classiest channel about French chic fashion and culture. I subscribed ages ago and really like what she does! Always elegant and stylish, kind and warm, so cheerful and funny (without making a fool of herself!). As a French myself, I find her the incarnation of good taste and timeless French culture, in many ways. And I feel the same about Justine Leconte, she is amazing! About Emily in Paris, I gave up after the first episode: too many stereotypes to stomach! Stereotypes can be not only hurtful but also feed discrimination and prejudice. Yes to light entertainment and humour, but that parody/caricature of American and French cultures was embarrassing! So many cliches, so many blanket statements ranging from misinformation to blatant lies and inaccuracies. Whatever was accurate and true got lost in all that. The true star was Paris, I loved all the views and they made me miss this unique, marvellous city where my family lives.

@imalrockme

3 жыл бұрын

I saw the video by Marie-Anne Lecouer and she was very positive about the show. But her comments on the show consisted basicaly on agreeing with the writers, I mean: the contrast between american and french, etc...bla bla We get it. The thing is, just like Frederique noticed, Emily just couldn't learn how to speak french, for the life of her. Which to me is a nonsenese, because if she has a good job and was offered a promotion, it means she has the basic mental skils to learn the language used in the country she is residing. That, and putting her in a luxurious apartment which is surreal in these days of unnafordable rent. I guess those are the really annoying inacurate facts.

@elisaruano7704

3 жыл бұрын

So true about Marie-Anne Lecoeur, been subscribed for years and have learnt much from her.

@brifren2

3 жыл бұрын

I felt Marie-Anne Lecoeur was trying to be gracious about it. She has proved she is a very respectful person in general. If I remember correctly she did insist on the fact that it was light entertainment, not meant to be taken too seriously. Personally , discrimination and stereotypes should always be taken seriously and my reaction was different from hers. However, my comments were about her channel and personality, in general, not that particular video of her. About Emily not learning French at all, well not everyone learns foreign languages, and usually it's the French who are criticized for being terrible at English. Mostly, the film makers probably didn't want to have too many dialogues in French, aiming at an international public. So that doesn't bother me terribly. But then as I said I quit after the first episode!.What I found funny was when Frederique said that Emily couldn't even pronounce Bonjour correctly, well the girl had just arrived in France - but Frederique who has lived in Australia for many years and is also Australian has a terrible English prononciation half the time, with lots of grammar mistakes. I am not judging, maybe she's doing it on purpose because people love French accent - and English is not my native language either - but I thought it was funny :)

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

I love that - the true star is Paris - always ❤️

@imalrockme

3 жыл бұрын

@@brifren2 Thank you for your answer and I guess we're reading things the same way. Just one thing about the language: if the series doesn't want to overwhelm the scenes with french dialogues, it´s easy to just have Emily in secondary dialogues expressing herself in perfect french and then, speaking in english. That hapens all the time, for example, when a show depicts the life of an english speaking person as an expat in China, etc. You see him haggle in a market with a seller in chinese. And then with his family, friends or business, he talks 'native', because that's the language he feels confortable in, to negociate or to use in personal matters. Anyway, just a thought.

I love your opinions! And I love that you don't hold back and tell it like it is. You and Marie-Anne are my favorite French women to learn from on KZread. Plus your personality is so enjoyable.

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

Merci lori 😃

I was cracking up listening to your commentary! I’ve seen Justine Leconte take on the show (her KZread channel). Yes, poetic license has its limits. I absolutely love Marie Anne Lecoeur ❣️

As a fun piece of "fiction", my husband and I loved this series. I know there are so many things that are not reality and many are based on old stereotypes. I've been to Paris many times and agree that a lot of it is not the way Paris is. We laughed at the size of her apartment. First we laughed at the width of the staircase in the building. When we were in Paris last year, we stayed in B&B , on the 3rd floor and the steps were very steep, uneven sizes that narrowed as you climbed, with a sharp spiral and the light in the building was very dim. We're in our 60's. The steps were killer for us. I've never once stayed anywhere in Paris with such a wide staircase. I laughed at all of Emily's Chanel jewelry and I think she wore a Chanel sweater as well. I found it funny that everyone in the film was so attractive. As for the affair, a friend of mine who grew up in Reims told me years ago, that many husband's have a mistress, who the wife is aware of and just accepts (perhaps not happily) often the mistress comes to social events. In her case, her father's mistress came to the family's weekly Sunday brunch. And the gifted lingerie I thought should have been Agent Provocateur. LOL. But truly, in any country, how many men give women sexy underwear? Fantasy! I agree with you, for the most part, that it doesn't show the best of the real French people, but I think they portrayed people that way to tell that particular story. Those of us who have been to France and met many French people know the truth. The same exact story could have been told in any city, in the same way...Emily in New York, Emily in Los Angeles, with the same attitudes, the same fashions, etc. There probably ARE people like that in every city...just not all in one person's life, I hope. I think the writers picked Paris because it's so beautiful. I don't think they created the story as a hit job on French people. I do understand why you feel the way you do. But again, it is fiction and fiction by definition is "not a true story". And Emily In Paris was NOT a true picture of life in Paris, the wonderful French people or what 27 year old girls can afford to have while living and working there, unless they are very wealthy to begin with. Love your channel! You keep me laughing, smiling and entertained...not to mention, I have spent more money lately checking out your fashion finds and bought a few of them for myself. (Bought that purple tie front top from Zara recently 💜) Be well.

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

thank you for sharing x

I am NOT watching it....was never interested in it because I suspected it would be a profound mess. Americans are doing it so I say no more....I watch British movies and TV because, although I am from USA, I am so disenchanted with the big hot mess and dumpster fire that we are now and that we always bring to TV and Movies. It is almost always violent, mean or just (to me) unwatchable. Now on to important things....your hair looks fantastic! How can I get that side-swept but beautiful lifted bang going on? Please let me know. Love the top you are wearing (so French) and love, love, love your eyebrows today! You always look great but in this video you look très belle. Thank you from Denise .....love love love

@paulinebroadie1232

3 жыл бұрын

I’m British in USA and I don’t watch American tv - just British

@citygirl999

3 жыл бұрын

Me too! I'm American and I watch either British TV shows or K-dramas. I hate the CRAP that's on T.V. nowadays, total garbage. Actually if I had to choose, I prefer to read a book lol

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

@@paulinebroadie1232 Some British show are gold!

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

It's my angry hair hahaha

@uhn-nohn4272

3 жыл бұрын

i don't even own a tv anymore, also starting seeing what netflix was doing about 4 or 5 years ago as well, so i don't watch that, total propaganda--I think many people do not realize how they are trying to get people use to certain things...people think oh it's just fantasy, it is not! i was an American expat and I'm back home now, but have always watched British television even before. I have a subscription to Acorn and usually just stream other things. It is so weird when I'm around a television now, I am so use to hearing people talking normal that everyone/everything sounds so animated and cheesy. I feel like they think their audience has the mind set of 5 year olds, who else would watch that and I'm including the news, these people are beyond ridiculous, and so insulting. Even though I lived in LA forever and in the Industry, I can't stand anything to do with celebrities, I hate the word. And I can tell you the people at the top are not getting paid the big bucks to entertain you, but to influence you. People don't understand that club--it is so obvious when someone has just joined...very sad. All I have to say is we are all watching a movie ;-).

Just one word: MERCI!

I haven’t watched the show, but I love Paris. I was an exchange student in Germany from the US and think that everyone should take the opportunity to live abroad. I love your channel. You give me lots to think about in order to live my best life.

You just made my day! I felt the same way! LOL! GO GIRL! PREACH! We love you, always!💖💖💖

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

so much passion! xxxx

Yes! I did not like Emily in Paris AT ALL. I became a die hard Francophile when the book “French women don’t get fat” came out so many years ago. I immersed myself in learning about the French- I LOVE learning about the French! I remember reading a memoir about an American expat living in Paris, and it made me not want to visit. She said that parisians were very cold people. That they simply did not make friends with coworkers, that they are extremely selective in who they do allow into their circle of friends. I also remember a statement about them being hypercritical, calling people out when they started to gain weight, or commenting on them eating a second portion, and flat out telling you when you were not looking good. I remember being shocked because that is not how I imagined the French as being; they have a joy for living that I as a Latina identify with because thats very much a part of my culture. I’m so glad you set the record straight! Now I can go back and dream about visiting France ☺️

@JulieWallis1963

3 жыл бұрын

I’ve visited Paris many times because my husband works there. I’ve always found Parisians to be friendly and polite. My French isn’t great, just enough for me to ask for coffee or wine etc.

The most amazing thing I discovered when I went to Europe, and it was true in Paris as well, was everything closes for lunch except the restaurants, but there’s no hot meal because there’s no cook. Everyone has gone home for lunch. Even the children at school. For three or more hours. It was a shock. My husband was unwilling to go to Paris until he saw ‘Sabrina’. The one with Harrison Ford, not Audrey Hepburn. There’s a phrase that the character Sabrina says that is the heart of the movie. ‘I found myself in Paris.’ The architecture, the art, the street vendors, the performers in the parks for young children, the food, the fashion, the incredible hospitality and kindness is soul healing. It is one of my most cherished memories. I am so appalled that Netflix created this film. Paris and its people deserve better.

You're a joy. I'm a Bostonian who fell in love with Paris as a student in 1978 and over and over again with every visit since then. I couldn't agree with you more. Thank for your this. It made me smile, nod, and shout in agreement.

Omg I Loved this video! I loved seeing your passion and love for Paris and the French people! And you’re so good to speak about other nationalities and how it would be for any woman in that scenario to be portrayed. I watched the first episode (of Emily in Paris) and had to turn it off. I was disappointed and surprised by some things in the show. I am American from the Midwest😉. I have really enjoyed all your posts, I just found your channel and I’ve been binge watching! I would love to see a video about the ocean, the beach life and what the coast is like near you. Blessings❤️

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind comment and watching x

I watched only 2-3 episodes of it, and it made me so irritated about the cliches and ridiculous behaviors... I had to stop. Although I did love seeing the scenery! I only spent 2 days in Paris, but I fell in love.

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

sweet x

Absolutely loved loved this video! Thanks so much for being so very honest and showing us real true emotion. The video was fun to watch and so very honest! I hope more people watch this video. I am sure there will be many like you said who have never experienced France or know French people who will truly believe the series as shown! Love you Frédérique!

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

me too debbie x

I loved your review! I watched the whole series. Yes, it was fun to watch, but I really appreciate hearing your point of view. I literally laughed out loud about some of the things you said. I've always wanted to visit France, and now more than ever. Merci beaucoup. 💕

I also watched out of curiosity. I'm French, living in America for 30 years. I thought it was ridiculous. I also lived in NYC for 15 years and thought Sex and the City was way over the top. These series are just made for fun. I didn't get as upset as you.

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

thank you Cathy x

Thank you so much for your review! As you said, the produces had an incredible opportunity to really educate the audience but instead slide back on ridiculously old and insulting stereotypes. Always a pleasure to watch your videos.

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

merci xx

I just came across your channel and you’re such a good talker! So mesmerizing. 😄 It’s good to know a French person’s honest opinion. 😊💕

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

Oh thank you!

Love your video..i admire you for being honest about how you feel in portraying your country and your people and your culture .. I think you explained it well the French and the Parisian ways... That's why I so enjoy watching you.. You are open, tolerant, broadminded, with a strong sense of identity and really honest.. You rock!! Keep doing what you're doing... You are so inspiring..

I am not French and honestly even I couldn't watch more than two episodes. If you know a culture and respect your own...you can't and just can't throw mud at another culture even for fun! "Why are you shouting?"!!! "The arrogance of ignorance" And how can anyone forget...The customer is always right!!

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

hehehe x

I've never even heard of Emily in Paris but I understand what you're saying! I'm from Chicago and I get that upset just seeing characters who are supposed to be Chicago police talking with New York accents! 🤣

This video rocks! I had so much fun watching this video! I loved it. I absolutely enjoyed it. Frédérique , I really loved hearing your thoughts on the series. I love your voice and the way you express yourself. Keep up the good work. ❤️ Sending you hugs! ;)

I have never seen the show, but I have seen Paris and I do know French people. I think I loved listening to your review more than I ever would watching that show. I died at your list of essential words, because it is exactly my go-to vocabulary. And I must say, truthfully, that every French person I interacted with in Paris was polite, helpful, kind and down to earth. Thanks, I loved this video.

@ms.frederique

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

16:38 is why I love you so much 💖 I did watch Emily in Paris. I thought it was a bit juvenile. Something to binge on cold winter nights ❄️⛄ I'm originally from Lithuania, but I've been living in the UK since 2011. Sometimes I work in court and it saddens me to hear that so many people think of Lithuanians as drunks, women beaters and thieves. I guess the only thing I can do is lead by an example trying to show that not all people like that. But I totally get where your frustration is coming from. Much love 💕

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

10000 merci ❤️

@peakay6729

3 жыл бұрын

I’ve lived in Lithuania for about 6 months in the 2000’s. I’m so sad to hear that people have this stereotype. We found it to be a beautiful country, steeped in amazing tradition with wonderful people. Very well educated, most speaking 3 or more languages fluently and friendly. We even considered trying to buy property there so we could return to visit! And that’s quite a trek to take from Cape Town 😂.

I love how passionate you are about your culture, I never saw any of your video before and I was instantly transported in France! I completely agree, I watched Emily in Paris and I am Italian and have worked in Paris a lot and I was gutted by the amount of stereotypes in the production, honestly both on the portraying of Paris and on the portraying of young American Emily who is suuuuper naive and has her head in the clouds and is not how all American girls are at all... many cringed moments! 😅

Thank you I’m so excited that a grown real woman responded to this series. I just finished it last week and found it frustrating although I’ve never been to Paris. Thanks for clearing it up

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

You're so welcome!

I haven’t seen a movie in over a year, but I watched this from start to finish! I love your passion and fire. You made me smile, thank you for that.

I kept watching and thinking, “This has to get better,” but was extremely disappointed. Was expecting so much better from the same guy that brought us Sex in the City.

LOL!!! Very funny video Frederique! I would be outraged too, because of all the clichés and wrong info shown in the serie. Besos from South Spain, Sonia

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

besos sonia y gracias x

Thanks so much for speaking your mind about Emily in Paris. My sister and I grew up on the west coast of the United States. We studied the French language in high school and even hosted a French exchange student. I’ve always wanted to go to France but never had the opportunity to go over seas. I’ve always loved the French people. It’s so sad that the producers of this show are misrepresenting and insulting the French people. We know how bad it feels to be misrepresented because we are American Indian/ Native Americans and we endure many stereotypes and insults. By the way, I am a language teacher of my native language. It’s interesting to me that a number of my students studied French as well, before they started attending my class to learn their tribal language.

Je t’aime Frédérique, thank you for this fantastic video. Most of what I love about Paris was totally ignored, especially the colour, diversity, and the hustle and bustle! Bisous from a fellow Sydney-sider, love Mimi 😘 ♥️ 🇫🇷

I really enjoyed the first season of the show, even though I know it’s not a true reflection of the city . Emily’s handbags 👜 - wow 🤩

Tried to watch the first episode, but couldn’t finish it. Stereotypes of anyone are not entertaining, nor helpful in our understanding of each other. Enjoyed hearing your perspective.

Love your comments. I watched Emily in Paris towards the end of Melbourne’s strict lock down. A little bit of fluff and bubble make believe was just what I needed living during the strict regime, saw the mistakes you mention - They are the fluff and bubble make believe. Only been to Paris briefly, can’t wait to go back with my delights husband for longer, I will learn more French and thank all that’s good he is fluent, no issues with anyone while we were there with my minimal broken English mixed with school girl French/Italian, everyone was so friendly. Keep up your bubbly posts, you brighten my week.

❤ Bonjour, merci for sharing! I’m so excited for my first trip to Paris later this next week. I haven’t watched Emily, still I am grateful for and gained perspective. You are a beautiful person! Merci beaucoup!

Please, my dear friend, never apologize for your passion! This is one of the best reviews of this series by a French person I have seen. I learned a lot from listening to you concerning this! Thank you...Merci!

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

10000 merci ❤️

@emilyevans6989

3 жыл бұрын

@@ms.frederique , did I use that correctly? I’m trying to learn!

I had considered watching the show. After this review, I will pass. I prefer to think of Paris and Parisians the way I visited last summer. Thank you for the honest review!

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

thank you for watching x

Hey frederique always sooo happy to see you this Monday morning!!! I see Marie Anne loves you too and I watch her videos all the time!! Enjoy the week paula in uk xx

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

hehehe cute x

I want to thank you so much for putting this video out. For someone in America who loves French culture to watch Emily in Paris it seemed crazy and ridiculous to me as well. But to hear it from someone like you who has lived in France who understands I’m so happy you did this. It would be great if you offered beginner French lessons on your channel

I found the show diverting! It was a caricature for me, something I viewed as escapism. I knew it was inaccurate. But I fancy inaccuracy sometimes- I suppose its the rascallion in me

Frederique! I don’t even watch TV, and though I love everything French I would not have watched the show. YOU are far more interesting and authentic! Remember, it’s only TV, but I know you want to be portrayed accurately. I can’t wait to go back to Paris!

Thank you . . My daughter and son in law had their honey moon in Paris. It was so romantic and beautiful for them. They stayed 10 days , rented an apartment . They loved it. I myself would love to visit Paris and visit the art museums, sit at cafe , have coffee with real croissant. I am so thankful for your honest assessment. Kindest regards,

Omg! I love how are so direct!!! So refreshing! Love your channel! 😍😃

@ms.frederique

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much lovely 😘

This series makes me want to throw my head against the wall

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

Lol 😂

Absolutely love your passion for your country! Wish more Americans had the same passion for our country. 🤗

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

hehehe x

@peppermyntpatti144

3 жыл бұрын

We do but we’re afraid to voice it at the moment. 😞

@tmmartinesq.6216

3 жыл бұрын

Je suis Americaine et J'aime "Emily in Paris"!

@yvettefishbein2359

3 жыл бұрын

You are strange!! Emily in Paris is NOT a documentary- 10 years doesn’t make you French ? I love to watch you but this was silly

@honeybee7855

3 жыл бұрын

As an outsider Americans have too much passion tbh..a very weird and misplaced patriotism that often comes across as over the top.

I saw Justine’s video and then Marie-Anne’s and now yours on Emily in Paris. Loved them all! I was happy to hear that you are friends with M-A because I enjoy the contrast between the two of you-both of you have great humor and I’ve learned a lot from her and greatly enjoy your spontaneous approach. I lived in Europe 23 years in two countries and before that in Asia. I worked so hard to learn each language and was appalled at the idea that others should speak English. The series is so trite. I encountered a few snobs everywhere, but by and large, I was grateful for all the beautiful friends I made who were so patient with my inevitable gaffes. It took us less than a day to get a handle on the Paris metro when we visited... I’m with you. Get a couple of Parisians on your team as you’re planning the series so that it’s not so patently stupid! Thanks for your passion!

Thank You! Merci! You were so on point and mirrored many of the other KZreadrs I have watched who addressed this issue. Don't apologize for your feelings. You have every right!

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome

Oh my god I laughed my head off. You re so funny Frédérique and you re right as well. Thanks for this hilarious vid.

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

Pleasure Romina x

Fully understand your rant!! Love your passionate discussion. Even cute 😍 in a way. Can't stop laughing when you hit your forehead with the paper 🤣.

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

crazy me :)

Bonjour😉 I just found your channel and I love it and you ♥️ I am Australian and I just finished watching the wholes series of EIP and I have to say I totally agree with you. But... however I did enjoy the scenery and to just hear the accent and language. 😉 I too would have loved to have seen more couture, food, cafes etc etc. The storyline i feel is aimed at a younger audience for sure. Thanks for your very French opinion on this series, it was great to hear your views.. 🙏🏻

You are a smart and funny woman - thank you so much for being so authentic on KZread love you xxx

Didn’t see it yet, but after your “review” i am definitely going to watch it😂😂😂 !

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

hahaha I know!

I feel you soooo much!! "What would we be without pleasure?" "Norwegian?" "Rather German!" It's so full of cliché! Greetings from Nothern Germany 😇😘😘

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly!!

Loved this review! Very passionate, funny and informative!

I love this video as it is the reason I found your channel! I totally understand your frustration ❤️.... My French friends are hands down my favorite to be around for their fashion, food, hospitality, & a lovely Mediterranean culture which I share! 💙 merci beaucoup!

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!

This is the most honest review on KZread! good on you!!!

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

Yay! Thank you!

@USERLOLAJOSEPHINE

3 жыл бұрын

Next time talk french please...

I have not seen it but 'just not real' sounds like a good summary. They probably thought they would lose simple- minded or untravelled viewers if they didn't confirm their prejudice s and stereotypes. It's literally made for Americans. Shame.

@ms.frederique

3 жыл бұрын

true

I am from Austria and lived 6 years in France. Everything you said is so true!!! The time in France was the best time in my life...so friendly and charming and welcoming people!!!

This is an interesting take. Thank you for this. I am a middle aged mom from the United States and I really enjoyed the first season of Emily In paris. I love how we can all watch the same thing and have different takeaways. So interesting.