Why I'm Hooked on the French Reality Show 'L'Agence'

The French reality show 'L'Agence' (also known as 'The Parisian Agency: Exclusive Properties') has returned for its sixth season on Netflix, following the Kretz family, a property dynasty based in Boulogne-Billancourt. The show covers their lives and work selling outrageously expensive houses and apartments to wealthy international clients. This season features a tour of Brigitte Bardot's mansion in the 16th arrondissement. The Kretz family includes Olivier, the strict yet sentimental father; Sandrine, the powerful matriarch; and their four sons: Martin, Valentin, Louis, and Raphaël, with occasional appearances from Majo, the nonagenarian grandmother. The show blends US-style reality format with French sensibilities, avoiding disclosure of sale prices or commissions. The family recently walked the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival and is opening a retail space in the 7th arrondissement.