Emily in Paris season 4 is falling into a dangerous bisexual trope

As a longtime fan of shows that make me laugh and cry, I have to say, Emily in Paris has always been a delightful guilty pleasure. But like any good drama, it doesn’t shy away from tackling sensitive topics, including LGBTQ+ representation.

Emily in Paris season 4 part 1 spoilers follow.

The series “Emily in Paris” has traditionally been popular among women and the LGBTQ+ community. This isn’t surprising, considering it was created by Darren Star, who also made “Sex and the City.” However, similar to its predecessor, “Emily in Paris” excels in providing campy enjoyment but struggles when it comes to accurately portraying LGBTQ+ characters on screen.

Initially, the early episodes often stereotyped characters, such as Julien, by adhering to the ‘gay best friend’ trope, where his primary role revolved around dispensing gossip. While this role had its significance, it unfortunately made Samuel Arnold’s character just as flat as Emily’s, if not more so.

In the initial part of season four, Julien’s narrative takes a turn when he temporarily departs from Sylvie’s law firm due to feeling undervalued by both her and the show. It’s pleasant to observe him gaining some control for once, although this change was brief. Unfortunately, the first half doesn’t quite hit the mark with the intended larger queer narrative that lies at its core.

In the final episode of season three, did you recall when Camille confessed to the wedding guests that it was Emily, not her, whom Gabriel was in love with? What a scene! Life goes on, and then, just when things couldn’t get any more dramatic, Gabriel stunned Emily by disclosing that Camille is expecting his child.

After witnessing Emily and Gabriel engage in a series of intense emotional tennis matches throughout the initial three seasons, it was long overdue for Camille to receive her recognition.

Up until then, their relationship felt quite camp, and it’s important to remember that Camille developed a fresh romance with a woman named Sofia during that particular season. The two appeared to have some sort of connection, but due to the hasty nature of their relationship, it was challenging to discern. Similarly, at the beginning of season four, their situation remains much the same.

Following what seems like Camille’s disappearance, she unexpectedly reappears in Paris with Sofia, planning to jointly raise Gabriel’s child as a family unit. Indeed, quite a sudden change, moving from an affair to motherhood swiftly, but this quick transition is actually part of the story’s twist.

In the fourth episode, Camille and Sofia unexpectedly argue while out shopping for furniture. They soon discover that their preferences are poles apart. It seems almost like Sofia is unwilling to care for Gabriel’s baby at all. One could say she impulsively jumped into this situation without giving it much thought beforehand…

Camille is portrayed as fiery, yet there’s an issue: The couple hasn’t shared any exclusive scenes prior to their confrontation. All their interactions up until then have been centered around Emily or Gabriel. Their relationship is given a brief moment to highlight the impending split that occurs in the next episode.

Absolutely, that sums it up perfectly. It only took two key moments (spread across a couple of episodes) for these lovestruck ladies to hit a major roadblock in their relationship. Frankly, we shouldn’t be too shocked by this turn of events. Camille has been portrayed as an obstacle in the love story between Gabriel and Emily from early on, while Sofia was essentially brought in to stir things up and add a touch of drama to Camille’s life.

If that all feels quite tropey and derogative of queer women, wait until you see how the first part of season four actually ends.

After Sofia’s departure, Camille once more becomes envious of Emily and Gabriel, noticing their affectionate displays outside her window. Subsequently, we find ourselves accompanying Camille to a doctor’s appointment where it is disclosed that the pregnancy test results were apparently false, meaning Camille isn’t pregnant, never was.

To clarify, Camille genuinely believed she was about to have a baby, but this revelation takes her by surprise too. In just six episodes (including the final episode of season three), she has lost Sofia, Gabriel, and a child that never materialized.

It makes sense, to a certain extent, when Camille deceives at the end by claiming she can’t drink due to “The Baby,” given the heavy burden she has to handle. What’s more, Camille feels lonely and exposed, fearing that Gabriel will leave her once he discovers her secret.

It seems quite possible that Camille might be developing into an antagonist in some way for the remainder of season four, as she appears to be weaving a web of deceit that could ultimately backfire on everyone involved.

In theory, it might seem acceptable to add some bisexual complexity to the plot. After all, Emily in Paris is known for its drama. However, when a series as flamboyant as this consistently mishandles its LGBTQ+ characters and reinforces negative stereotypes like the ‘wicked bisexual’ trope, it becomes outdated and problematic, much like Emily’s fashion from season one.

The “Depraved Bisexual” stereotype implies that individuals identifying as bisexual disregard all types of boundaries, whether they pertain to gender or moral conduct. These are the characters who might seduce your partner and convert them to bisexuality without a second thought, or who would be quick to deceive or manipulate others for their own selfish desires.

If it seems reminiscent, kudos! It appears you’re enjoying yourself immensely. However, it’s regrettable that in the series Emily in Paris, the lone bisexual character is portrayed as disorganized and chaotic, when in reality, most people aren’t like this, regardless of their sexual orientation. In this show, characters who identify as queer are sparse.

Emily in Paris isn’t limited to only female or LGBTQ+ audiences; it also appeals to bisexual viewers. It’s high time that Darren Star’s production moves beyond the tropes prevalent during Sex and the City’s run. The portrayal of French and Ukrainian stereotypes was problematic enough back then.

The first three seasons of the show “Emily in Paris” can be found on Netflix. Currently, Season 4 Part 1 is ready for viewing, while Season 4 Part 2 will premiere on Thursday, September 12.

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2024-08-16 19:49