Thai gangsters are an example of the cultural appropriation of another subculture because they belong to a totally different culture to Mexicans who they are trying to imitate. At first view I thought this was a group of criminals or something like that for his physical appearance, but I realized that is totally diferente. I realized that they are a group of people as any that come together to express this kind of culture as a hobby and do not cause trouble to the community, they Just have a little of fun between them due to they share something in common, is more each of them has a job (within which are cops, technicians, teachers, bureaucrats) and family. I found it interesting that a group of people as they adopt a culture like this, among them are like a family and some leaders see as a role models. in a way I believe that cultural appropriation is fine but I think it is better when a group of people representing their own cultural constumbres where they have the opportunity to learn about the place where they belong.
Here is the link where you can learn more about Bangkok's 'Mexican' Gangsters.
Sergio, I agree with you. I think is important learn more about our culture instead of trying imitate the differents customs from other country, city or place. It's important build our identity like a community. However we should respect the persons who want make part of cultural appropiation.
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