gaurishkohli Reviews

History of Swear Words (2021)

An Entertaining Watch

[8/10 · 6 January 2021]

The whole point is to go behind the history of the swear words which we use regularly and go through its history and prevalence of using it. It also mocks the taboo of swear words by just explaining these wear words by just repeating it again and again throughout the show to the point you just get used to it.

Sons of the Soil: Jaipur Pink Panthers (2020– )

Quite different to many other sports documentaries

[8/10 · 5 January 2021]

I have watched a lot of sports documentaries, most of them try to whitewash the struggles of the team. But this really presents the ups and downs which the Jaipur Pink Panthers faced in their 2019 season. It also gives an in-depth view of the culture of kabbadi in India, especially rural small town India. It is worth watching this docu sports series.

Death to 2020 (2020 TV Special)

Quite a great representation of 2020

[9/10 · 1 January 2021]

If you think that 2020 was one hell of a tough year, with COVID and other major issues which plagued this year, then it is a movie to watch. It is made like a mockumentary trying offend everybody. But if you like Sarcasm you will like this mockumentary. I especially like Samuel L Jackson role. But overall it's a fun watch.

Ghajini (2008)

Substandard version of Momento

[7/10 · 30 December 2020]

Well nobody can doubt the cinematic brilliance of Christopher Nolans Momento, but Ghajni is able to put forward a decent version of Momento omitting the structure of the original piece. But most of the plot still resembles of Momento

Coolie No. 1 (2020)

Seriously a waste of my 2 hours.

[1/10 · 28 December 2020]

This movie was quite boring. It was me fast forwarding the movie rather than watching just avoid watching this movie. The only thing that was a change in this movie than the original was the cast and character names rest everything even to many jokes are ripped off from the original. Which in the current times are not funny and make the movie extremely hard to watch

Yeh Meri Family (2018– )

One of the best feel good coming of age shows from India

[9/10 · 26 December 2020]

It is one of the best feel good comedy shows. I have seen in the recent while. This personifies everything that was good in small town India in the late 1990s.

Special OPS (2020– )

Quite a thriller

[9/10 · 23 December 2020]

If you are someone who likes watching Thrillers about Indian intelligence agencies and geopolitics then this is a show worth watching. It is typical to many of the tv series which have India Pakistan relations. But this is a good series to binge on.

World's Most Wanted (2020)

An informative docu-series of the World's most sought after criminals

[8/10 · 11 August 2020]

A binge worthy series which you can finish in one go, although it uses the same techniques of storytelling which a crime documentary would use. But it still makes it interesting to watch when you consider the scope of the crimes they have committed.

Street Food: Latin America (2020)

It is more about the Narrative than the food.

[9/10 · 28 July 2020]

Although this shows presents a variety of foods which are unique to a specific region. The show also presents the viewers a narrative of them overcoming difficulties that these Street food vendors have faced in running that establishment. Each episode in the series has a central character across which the episode will revolve around.

Hell or High Water (II) (2016)

A Somewhat Real and Gritty Version of Western Movies

[10/10 · 30 June 2020]

This movie provides a fresh take on storytelling of a Western, if it may be counted as one. The initial 10 min of the movie could bore many in the audience. But once you are past that it provides a really great and gripping storytelling of these small town amateur robbers. The setting of West Texas also enhances the ruggedness and authenticity that this movie required. Along with quite an engaging storytelling. Credit to where it is due performances of both Chris Pine and Jeff Bridges is exceptional.

Gulabo Sitabo (2020)

Good Performance by all the factors but the ending seems to be rushed

[7/10 · 14 June 2020]

All the actors in this movie did a great job. It is easy to compare it with any other Shoojit Sircar movie like Piku. The cinematography of the movie was done perfectly. The movie also is able to show the rawness and authenticity of the setting that it is shot in. But the couple of downsides is that the storytelling gets slow after the first hour of the movie . And the ending seems to be rushed and choppy.

Mirzapur (2018– )

One of the Best Web series coming out of India

[9/10 · 8 June 2020]

This series is encapsulates crime, blood and gore in Small towns of India. Mirzapur uses these elements to make a whole world based on Kalleen Bhaiya, One can also see the shades of Anurag Kayshap and the Gangs of Wasseypur in this web series and could draw comparisons to it. A real gem of a series coming out of India totally binge worthy content

The Test: A New Era for Australia's Team" (2020–2024)

An absolutely brilliant docu-series

[10/10 · 4 June 2020]

It is absolutely a masterpiece, for somebody who is avid watcher of cricket. This docu-series provides a great insight of the Australian cricket team their struggles and successes over the 18 month period makes it an absolutely something that should be on peoples watch list. Even for somebody who does not watch cricket can still get the understand the grit and determination that the cricketers in Australian cricket team make.

Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan (2020)

Groundbreaking Movie with a few hiccups

[7/10 · 29 May 2020]

It is a groundbreaking movie due to the topic which is covered in this movie. It is first time a mainstream movie revolves around the characters being openly homosexual which to me is a breath of fresh air. But there were a lot things which could have been improved first being that it resembled much more like a TVF series rather than a movie. Second being the ending of the movie which seems to be little bit rushed and rather confusing

History 101 (2020– )

Cool Info graphics

[6/10 · 27 May 2020]

Even though it has cool info graphics like something which could be considered to the Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj. It still lacks in providing a in depth knowledge and is providing a quick summary and timeline regarding the topic. I would say a better show at Netflix for such kind of informative series would be Explained from Vox.

The Last Dance (2020)

A perfect homage to the Air Highness, Michael Jordan

[9/10 · 25 May 2020]

This docu-series provides its viewers a candid and close up view of the determination, handwork and struggles of Michael Jordan and the Bulls in the their first and second three peat. One aspect of this docuseries which I found to be refreshing was that it was not complete whitewash and didnt present the point of view Michael Jordan but was from his teammates enemies, mentors etc. Even though some of the controversies in the documentary could have been addressed in depth but overall I liked the documentary

Undertaker: The Last Ride (2020)

A must watch for every fan of Professional wrestling

[10/10 · 24 May 2020]

This docu-series is a muct watch for every WWF/WWE fan, who has watched professional wrestling for decades. This series provides a real and up close persepective of one of the cornerstones of the industry. For somebody like Undertaker who was private and little was known about him this something which is a breath of fresh air and provides the viewers with a sense of excitement which is better than the things which are broadcasted by WWE network.

Paatal Lok (2020– )

A must watch in the times and series worth binging on

[10/10 · 22 May 2020]

If your niche is gritty crime drama, Paatal Lok provides a gripping and riveting plot. A must watch and series worth binging on, along with it the performance of Jaideep Ahilawat which I must say showcases a certain sense of ruggedness which is required to pull off such narrative.