A modern-day tale of fortune seeking in the world of West Texas oil rigs.A modern-day tale of fortune seeking in the world of West Texas oil rigs.A modern-day tale of fortune seeking in the world of West Texas oil rigs.
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- 2 wins & 13 nominations total
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Reviewers say 'Landman' is lauded for its realistic oil industry portrayal, strong performances, particularly by Billy Bob Thornton, and compelling narratives. The gritty depiction of industry challenges and personal sacrifices is appreciated. However, criticisms include one-dimensional and overly sexualized female characters, inconsistencies, and inaccuracies in the oil business depiction. Pacing and certain character developments are noted as areas for improvement. Despite these issues, many find 'Landman' an entertaining and thought-provoking series.
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Who wrote the characters for the daughter and mother/wife? Because those characters are AWFUL. No 17 year old girl speaks with their father that way. It's extremely cringy and uncomfortable. Not only does she not act like a teenager around her father, she looks about 10 years too old to be 17. Maybe that's to balance out the creep factor in her lines? The mother/wife is insufferable and has an attitude that makes me want to skip past her parts. Is there going to be a female character that is actually likeable and doesn't just act like a sexed up twit?
It would be nice because the rest of the show is great.
It would be nice because the rest of the show is great.
I apparently am a sucker for Taylor Sheridan shows. They're well written and entertaining. I'd gladly watch anything with his make attached to it at this point. But what's with the girl in her underwear and the creepy sexualization of her? It's grossly gratuitous. It's extremely
weird how obnoxious she is with it. It's almost that much of a turn off to not want to watch. I AM invested in the story tho so far. I'm also not getting why the woman are so utterly unlikeable. The ex wife is just ugggh. It's truly a head scratcher. Is the show just geared towards drawing men? Love Billy Bob tho. He's always plus.
Landman is another hit in a long line of them for Taylor Sheridan. This has everything you want in a good series, it has plenty of drama, action, twists, even a little comedy, etc. It's obviously beautifully written because everything Sheridan does is but it also has an amazing cast. It stars the incredible Billy Bob Thornton, Jon Hamm, Ali Larter, Demi Moore, among others. Billy Bob Thornton was born to plays this role, he is absolutely terrific here. I'll be shocked if he doesn't get nominated for an Emmy for his performance here. Same goes for Hamm. Besides being beautifully written and acted, it's also beautifully shot too. Sheridan has so many great shows to his name and Landman is among the best of them. This look like it's going to have a long run and I'm here for it.
This could easily have been rated an 8.5 - 9. If it weren't for the cringey and so sexualized daughter & ex wife/mother. They serve no purpose to the plot, and are just downright annoying and insulting to west Texas women. A far west Texas man myself I understand where Sheridan is coming from in a sense, but this is awful. West Texas women are the strongest, most ambitious women I know. Now aside from that, the writing and acting are terrific. Sheridan easily has another Yellowstone on his hands if he gets rid of the very uncomfortable interfamily horniness. But again, love me some Sheridan writing (and acting) and an absolutely very enjoyable show, for the most part.
I need to start off by saying that I'm a huge fan of just about everything Taylor Sheridan (Yellowstone, Mayor of Kingstown, 1923, 1883, Tulsa King, Lioness, Sicario, He'll or Highwater, Wind River, etc, etc.). He hits home run after home run and Landman is no different. It's another hit for Sheridan. Landman takes place in modern day Texas where everyone from billionaires to roughnecks are trying to get rich in the oil industry. This series follows Tommy Norris (Billy Bob Thornton) as he tried to take his company to the top during the oil fuel boom. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a good new series to watch, especially if you're a fan of Taylor Sheridan.
"Landman" Stars Through the Years
"Landman" Stars Through the Years
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Did you know
- TriviaWriter-director Taylor Sheridan created the series with actor Billy Bob Thornton foremost in his mind for the key role of Tommy Norris.
- GoofsAt least two episodes show a vehicle on the road with no inspection sticker displayed on the front windshield which is required by Texas law.
- Quotes
Sheriff Walt Joeberg: [looking at Tommy's broken finger] You don't want to go to the hospital for that?
Tommy Norris: No. I want a cigarette and a Dr Pepper.
- ConnectionsReferenced in CBS News Sunday Morning: Episode #44.24 (2022)
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