When I first sat down to watch "Master of None," Aziz Anzari's Netflix series released this past Friday, any and all expectations I had were immediately exceeded. Each 30-minute episode of the show, written and presented similar to a mini-movie, is an amazing commentary on Ansari's generation's social conventions, as well as the systemic issue of racism and sexism in the media and show business. And while each episode does have its own conflict and resolution unique to itself, there is a consistent thread throughout, following Ansari's semi-autobiographical character and his trials and tribulations with his family, friends and romantic life. Ansari plays struggling actor, Dev, who faces these challenges and more, while living in New York, making it a show that easily could be likened to "Louie," or "Seinfeld" for its presentation of the comedian and his life, although Dev is not a comedian in the series. However the questions that the show asks are so deeply thought-provoking that it deserves a category all its own.

Unlike the vast majority of TV shows, particularly in their first season, "Master of None" never struggles to hit its stride. Every one of the 10 episodes is a home run, confidently written and produced. With a sharp wit and a uniqueness that gives it a style all its own, the series tackles big questions while maintaining a self-awareness that allows it to be poignant and intelligent, while also getting laughs. What is most astounding is the mini-movie quality of each episode. They are perfectly self-contained, while maintaining ties to the others. They are able to, in half an hour, tackle major questions such as immigration and the sacrifices parents make for their children to be first-generation Americans, while holding onto a quirky, indie comedy vibe. It's absolutely astounding and makes for amazing television.

As is probably quite obvious, I give this show five stars and could not recommend it highly enough. With a humor that is both smart and honest, "Master of None" gracefully walks the line between serious and silly, and deserves to walk right into your Netflix queue.