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India With Sanjeev Bhaskar (BBC)
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A great way to convey the culture to western friends
Review date: 2008-11-10 Rating: 8 out of 10
Living in the US, I've only seen one of this series for the first time now, and I am enthralled.
This series isn't for everyone, but Indian/Pakistani expats who have lived in the west for a long time will like it, because they have the unique perspective of getting used to the western way of life, and understand how things / customs in the sub-continent look so foreign now but were so familiar when you lived there.
By the same token, its a great series to watch with western friends especially in the US, who have no idea of the sub-continent culture. They'll appreciate the humor from the perspective of an outsider, and you can share quite a few laughs on how you used to do exactly the same thing just a few odd years ago.
A great light overview of the culture.
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Reviews
'Thoroughly entertaining look at India'
Review date: 2008-01-21 Rating: 10 out of 10
Having read the reviews below, after purchasing the DVD's elsewhere, I was slightly apprehensive. However, I was not disappointed. Both my husband and I were thoroughly entertained. Given that we are visiting India for a holiday in March, the DVD's made us all the more excited about going there.
It is clearly not an 'academic' type look at India which to me is quite obvious from the description. It is someone's lighthearted account of this fascinating country and personally I thought Sanjeev was very entertaining and made the people he met on his journey feel at ease. I would definately recommend this DVD for those who want a 'not to heavy' approach.
Save your money!!
Review date: 2007-11-23 Rating: 4 out of 10
I have seen a couple of these programs on TV and was very surprised and disappointed by the poor quality. I did not know that the presenter was a comedian and he really was not funny! I could not help feeling angry about the way Sanjeev Bhaskar "interviewed" the Indian people in such an unprofessional way.
Do not buy it!
Did not do it for me...
Review date: 2007-11-01 Rating: 2 out of 10
India is a thrilling and amazing country and this documentary did not get this across. It seemed to me a documentary for fans of this 'comedian' rather than anything to do with India. Watch something else or better still, just go.
At a loss.....
Review date: 2007-10-29 Rating: 6 out of 10
"Ganges" and Michael Wood's India are hugely enjoyable, entertaining, educational and professional; 2 DVDs to cherish.
And then we have this from Sanjeev complete with puerile quips. It is better than nothing and if you have an interest in India worth watching; but as a piece of work it falls short, failing to realise the fantastic potential arising from the opportunity that was presented.
Also on the BBC India season recently we saw Saira Khan visit Pakistan. A fantastic couple of programmes and at a standard and depth that contrasted notably with Sanjeev's; please release Saira's work as a DVD! And include notes too..............
Product Details/Specifications
Actor(s):
Sanjeev Bhaskar
Creators:
Sanjeev Bhaskar (Primary Contributor)
Recording label: 2 Entertain Video
Manufacturer: 2 Entertain Video
EAN: 5014503242121
Binding: DVD
Number of items: 1
Format: PAL,
Release date: 2007-09-10
Audience rating: Exempt
Region code: 2
Language: English (Original Language)