This may be one of the best documentaries ever made. Michael Wood takes us on a tour of all of the regions, history, religions of India in this short space of time. Of course it can't be comprehensive, but it is representative. It's a great way to communicate another world to the public. We see snapshots of India which bring out what is brilliant and fascinating about the cultures of the sub-continent. Secondly it's filmed in a way that brings India to life. His narrative of these moments contextualizes and fascinates. The cinematography and score bring India are far above your standard "talking head" documentary.