Outsourced (2010–2011)
10/10
A truly funny show, full of heart, that gives fairly accurate insight into Indian Culture.
6 May 2011
Warning: Spoilers
Let me start out by saying that I have grown up within a subculture of the Indian culture. I grew up eating Indian food, watching Bollywood films, and listening to Indian songs. As time has gone on, I have gotten myself further immersed within American culture, and this show allows me to maintain a fair balance between the two.

The show features a consistent load of laughter. I laugh over ten times per episode, and explode hysterically at least twice. Each character gets its moments, and has a chance to be funny in their own way. It allows the viewer to gain knowledge of the main character's backgrounds, and actually makes you care for them.

Sure, the show is a bit risqué, but I feel as if this is mainly to lure in mostly American viewers. This is the first show I can recall which attempts to make American society understand some of the basics of the rich Indian culture. I enjoy it when I hear songs being put into certain scenes, and it greatly enhances those moments.

This show has greatly improved as it has gone on. It seems more polished now than it once was. Each main character's background has been shown, and the comedy has also increased. The past few episodes have incited more laughter than most of the previous ones. All in all, this show has the makings of a great one.

Unfortunately, it seems as though cancellation is ultimately imminent. After watching last night's gem, and knowing that next week is the season is the "season" finale, it seems as if the producers are acknowledged and ready for it. The show's heart, enthusiasm, and humor was more ever present than ever before. It's as if they know their future is still in a limbo, so they are balancing out the playing field. They are bringing out the best they've got, so as to hopefully garner a renewal, or patch up the loose ends before a possible cancellation.

At the end of the day, I must say this show is rather phenomenal. The characters, cinematography and script are amazing, and each of these characters provide a rather authentic look into a typical Indian calling center and Indian Culture. Whether or not it appeals to most Americans I do not know, but it definitely entertains those who are familiar with Indian culture.

I love comedy, and watch ABC's Wednesday and Thursday's NBC comedy blocks every week. This show is the main reason why I prefer NBC Thursday over the previous choice. Each show, except the 8:30/7:30 slot, is great in its own way. Community is awesome and is great for young adults, The Office appeals to everybody, and 30 Rock/Parks and Rec have their own distinct audiences. Well so does this one. It is truly awesome, and should either be renewed, or picked up by another station immediately upon cancellation. I would say more, but it would be rather redundant stuff. 10/10
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