28/38
Smith, who plays Lloyd, has a background in the rodeo world
A Montana ranching family faces off against others encroaching on their land. Forrie J. John Dutton (Kevin Costner) often seems to “forget” his Montana accent and revert to his usual SoCal voice.
Resort developers, tribal laws and the Montana state government all affect his lifestyle
Kevin Costner is the patriarch who runs a dynastic ranch the size of some countries. Reminiscent of Rock Hudson’s “Giant,” it moves quickly, without an introduction, but its story unfolds at the natural pace of a desert day, lingering over tribal rituals, cowboy conventions and political machinations. It’s a far-reaching undertaking that straddles the line between law and justice, family and friendship.
The land and his family are his lifeblood
Costner seems to fit in naturally with his character. He’s a world-weary man who’s seen too much and lied too often. He hears footsteps approaching him, but can only fulfill his role out of habit, as much as a loyal glimpse into a slice of life in another world.
I’m raising my rating to “9”
I hope the resolution of this saga brings an emotional payoff that justifies its breadth and attention to detail. Update 7/20/18: After four episodes, the series has a strong voice and a steady rhythm. We get the full story of each story, from roots to fruit.
