48/24
Smith, who plays Lloyd, is a seasoned rodeo expert
A ranching family in Montana must defend themselves against raiders who are encroaching on their land. Forrie J. John Dutton (Kevin Costner) frequently seems to “forget” his Montanan accent and reverts to the Southern California speaking voice he normally uses.
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(Review is for the first two seasons only) I watched the series not expecting to like it, but the plot, actors, and camera work are excellent. It’s basically mob wars in Montana with huge doses of testosterone thrown in (cowboys with guns on horses fishing)! In the lead role of the Duttons, Costner is a masterful actor.
The show falters early in the second season but picks up halfway through
The show is at its best when it shows the chessboard moves of the Duttons and their enemies. Kelsey Asbille as Monica is the weakest link and plays a poor character, the plot is clumsily thrown overboard and the acting just misses the mark. I think Cole Hauser as Rip is perhaps the strongest performer (excluding Costner himself) and I looked forward to all the scenes involving Rip.
Thomas Rainwater is also great
The plot is gripping and the scenery is beautiful, just as Cormac McCarthy’s All The Pretty Horses was a bit rougher and more brutal than the title suggests, this show follows a similar path. Highly recommended. I wish I hadn’t waited so long to watch it.
