Archive · 21 Jun 2025
Expats Episode: Domestic Workers Struggle in Hong Kong
Episode 5 of the show 'Expats' shows the lives of domestic workers from the Philippines in Hong Kong.
In one scene, the workers spend time together.
The show briefly suggests they can support each other.
The show uses Katy Perry's song 'Roar'.
One of the domestic workers, Puri, wants to sing.
However, the needs of her employer, Hilary, show how there's a difference in power.
Episode 5 of 'Expats' depicts Filipina domestic workers in Hong Kong.
The show features scenes set to Katy Perry's 'Roar' and a typhoon.
The episode briefly suggests solidarity among the domestic workers.
Puri, a Filipina domestic worker, has singing aspirations.
The character Hilary's needs create a power hierarchy.
- Who
- Filipina domestic workers and their employer Hilary
- What
- Episode 5 of 'Expats' depicts domestic workers in Hong Kong.
- When
- 2024 (release of the show)
- Where
- Hong Kong
- Why
- To portray the reality of their lives.
Equality
Power Hierarchy
Power dynamics
Equality
Filipina domestic workers strive for solidarity
Power Hierarchy
They are subject to their employer's needs.
- Show
- 'Expats'
- Episode Focus
- Episode 5
- Setting
- Hong Kong
- Character
- Puri
- Character
- Hilary
- Music
- 'Roar' by Katy Perry