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Netflix Original series Master of None is the Series on Equality We’ve all been waiting for

By Thea Voutiristsas

Master of None
Aziz Ansari and Lena Waithe on Master of None. Photo credit: K.C. Bailey/Netflix

Comedian, Aziz Ansari’s, new show Master of None chronicles the life of New York City dweller, Dev (played by Ansari), who must the complex social world our generation, (AKA Millennials), face. Each episode is self-contained, and often centers on a type of social injustice that a particular marginalized group encounters. For example, Episode 4 deals with the stereotypical portrayals of Indians on TV. As an aspiring actor, Dev is forced to confront racist ideas and even producers. Then in episode 7, the show tackles the difficulties of being a woman “in a world of creepy dudes.”

The shows diverse cast and progressive message are beautifully wrapped in Ansari’s witty script. The comedy makes it easier for characters to have difficult conversations about the moral, ethical and social dilemmas that exist in our world today. And to add another layer to this very complex social onion, the show frequently addresses how technology and social media have changed the way this generation interacts with one another.

Scoring a 100% on the tomatometer on Rotten Tomatoes, and a 93% audience approval, Master of None is described by critics as “Exceptionally executed with charm, humor, and heart, Master of None is a refreshingly offbeat take on a familiar premise.”