Emily in Paris
NZ release: 02 October 2020
Drug use, offensive language and sex scenes Rated on: 02 October 2020
What’s it about?
Emily Cooper (Lily Collins) is an ambitious marketing executive who relocates to Paris to offer an American perspective to a French marketing firm. As cultures collide, Emily must navigate the challenges of her new life in Paris, balancing her career, new friendships, and a turbulent love life.
The facts
- Created by Darren Star
- English and French languages
- There are 10 episodes in season which are approximately 35 minutes each
Why did it get this rating?
This series was self-rated by Netflix. You can find out more about self-rating by streaming providers here.
Drug use
A celebrity that Emily is hosting asks her if she has any weed. Later in the episode, it becomes evident that the celebrity has taken "Molly" or MDMA at a nightclub. The character is portrayed as unlikeable, and drug use is depicted negatively.
Offensive language
There is frequent use of offensive language such as “sh*t” and “merde” which is the French word for sh*t.
Sex scenes
Sex and relationships are central themes of the series, emphasising the French approach to romance and commitment. This often includes partners having affairs and putting up with their partners' cheating on them. Sexual relationships and romantic entanglements often surface in the workplace. For instance, early in the series, Emily receives lingerie from a client, only to later find out that the same client is having an affair with her boss. The series subtly implies sexual activity, including oral sex, through brief scenes featuring suggestive movements, focused facial expressions, and passionate kissing that cuts to the next morning. Some of the stronger scenes of sex include:
- A character having phone sex with her boyfriend. Masturbation is implied but nothing is shown.
- In multiple scenes characters overhear others having sex. Female sexualised noises and banging can be heard.
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