Emily in Paris season 5 proves why the Netflix show isn’t over

The fifth season of the over-the-top, exaggerated and frivolous series, Emily in Paris, might seem like one too many for some, but I want more.

I often start Netflix’s Emily in Paris each season feeling slightly silly.

The heightened drama, the insane outfits and the somewhat unrealistic scenarios can make me feel like I’m watching a version of a Disney Channel show for adults.

But by the end, I’ve fallen hook, line and sinker for the plot, characters and general joie de vivre that the show ignites.

This series was no different, and I felt myself becoming even more attached to some of the romances and friendships in ways that I hadn’t previously.

As we’re now in Rome, you can expect Emily (Lily Collins) to dress accordingly.

If Paris was about trying to be chic, then Rome is about trying to be stylish. Emily’s outfits reflect the art and culture of the city, and provide a colourful feast for the eyes.

The season follows the marketing executive on a new adventure, with her Italian lover Marcello (Eugenio Franceschini), mixing business and pleasure like only she knows how.

However, the most exciting romance isn’t between those two.

As seen in the trailer, Mindy (Ashley Park) and Alfie (Lucien Laviscount) share some intimate moments… and their chemistry trumps any other duo.

That said, the deepest connection I felt to any relationship in season 5 was Emily and Mindy’s.

Refreshingly, we see more of the ups and downs of their friendship, giving it more depth and making it wholly more believable.

At times, I wanted their respective lovers out of the picture, as their beautiful and now long-standing union feels more worthy of airtime than the trials and tribulations of their romantic endeavours.

With the promise of an office to run and deals to be won, Emily feels more mature than ever and is finally earning some of the respect she deserves from her colleagues.

Including Sylvie Grateau (Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu), who is more open to admitting to Emily’s talent and potential.

Viewers also get more of a chance to understand Sylvie, especially where her reluctance to form close female bonds might come from.

With that, we’re invited to see a more vulnerable side to Sylvie, which explores more than just her relationships with men.

We meet the person who might have been her Mindy, had things not taken a certain turn.

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Although, unfortunately, it still feels like the writers have one narrative in mind for Ms Grateau…

She continues to be the sexually liberated, independent and fierce French woman – but it’s sad to see her not rewarded for this, when ultimately she just wants pleasure and loyalty from her lovers and friends.

While some viewers might have thought this was the ultimate finale for Emily, as she decides between Gabriel (Lucas Bravo) and Marcello, the ending would suggest this isn’t it for the show.

Although it’s not been formally renewed, episode 10 will have you mentally packing another bag for what could be another idyllic European adventure.

Watching the sun-kissed cities of Paris, Rome and Venice was a truly warming experience for a cold and grey December in London.

The spon-con has the potential to jolt you back into reality and bring you out of the wonderfully unrealistic fiction, but it kind of works. 

In episode one, a party hosted by Minnie Driver, playing a contact of Sylvie’s in Italy, Princess Jane, is sponsored by Peroni and the bottles feel unashamedly shoved in the viewer’s face.

While it might not feel seamless, the show knows it’s not subtle, and being cleverly centred around a marketing agency gives it the licence to get away with this kind of behaviour.

It’s not going to move you to new emotional heights, but it’ll leave you feeling optimistic, charmed and ready for more.

Emily in Paris season 5 is available to watch now on Netflix.

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