The ongoing protests against the proposed pension reform bill have been intense, with French workers leaving no stone unturned in making their voices heard. Videos and photos from the country show effigies of President Macron being burned and people marching and dancing around fires while singing the iconic French song “Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien”. Sanitation workers are among the groups striking, leading to the trash crisis in some parts of the city, with garbage remaining uncollected for two weeks.
While Shadrack and Foley’s video might seem like a lighthearted joke, it sheds light on the realities of life in Paris right now. The city is currently facing multiple challenges, and their video is a reminder that behind the glamour and glitz of the city lies a darker reality. The trash crisis is a tangible reminder of the consequences of striking and protesting, and while the Emily In Paris soundtrack might be used by many to post clips of trash and memes, the issues at hand are real and require urgent attention.
