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A farming family in Montana encounters others encroaching on their land. Forrie J. John Dutton (Kevin Costner) often seems to “forget”; his Montanan accent and reverts to the soCal speaking voice he usually uses..
Kevin Costner is the patriarch who runs a dynastic ranch the size of some countries. His way of life is threatened by resort developers, tribal rights, and the Montana state government. Reminiscent of Rock Hudson in The Giant, he tries to stick to the old ways."Yellowstone" develops rapidly with little introduction, but his story unfolds at the natural pace of a desert day, pausing for tribal rituals, cowboy conventions, and political machinations.
It’s a far-fetched affair that straddles the seams of law and justice, family and friendship. He is a world-weary man who has seen too much and lied too often. The land and family are the source of his life.
He hears footsteps coming his way, but can only play his part out of habit as much as loyalty. Although some of the actions are a little confusing due to the lack of explanation, it seems natural, as if the viewer is getting a real slice-of-life glimpse into another world. I hope that the resolution of this saga will have an emotional payoff that justifies its breadth and attention to detail.
We learn the fullness of each story, from roots to fruits. New season of “Shilo”; is one of the biggest TV and broadcast premieres this month. See our November calendar for more information!