Thai Brides – Louis Theroux
Louis Theroux struck gold yet again in this brilliant documentary which featured the ‘Introduction Services’ available in Thailand to men from overseas seeking Thai women for marriage.
Although presented in a fairly light-hearted format, it was very thought-provoking. Of course, to most of us the notion of these agencies is abhorrent to say the least. However, largely due to the style of presentation, it was quite revealing to listen to the viewpoints of the ‘clients’ and owners, who seemed to feel comfortable expressing their views. Louis Theroux’ style, which does not at first appear overly challenging, allows a truer insight into a person’s behaviour and makes him/her less defensive and consequently more candid.
Rating: 7.9/10 (7 votes cast)
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[...] De fascinerende wereld van mail-order brides By riannekeeler “Mail-order bride is a label applied to a woman who publishes her intent to marry someone from another – usually more financially developed – country.” volgens wikipedia. Behalve dat het een interessant onderwerp is heeft interessant persoon Arnon Grunberg een tripje gemaakt voor de NRC met een organisatie die zulke bruiden ging opzoeken. Nog een intrigerend persoon die hier over vastlegde was Louis Theroux in één van zijn vele documentaires. (http://documentaryheaven.com/thai-brides-louis-theroux/) [...]