Yellowstone Review

My favourite character from Yellowstone is Beth Dutton. She’s brave, doesn’t back down from bullies - although she’s kind of one herself - and can take a punch (she gives as good as she gets). She’s survived more than most, and somehow, her story ended well. Flawed, fearless, loyal and emotionally raw, Beth is the kind of character that makes the screen come alive.

Surprisingly, I don’t hate Jamie Dutton as much as I probably should. Why? Despite being a coward, a wimp, and emotionally stunted and a betayer, the way he turned out isn’t entirely his fault. John Dutton played a role. If he had loved Jamie like he did his other sons - if he hadn’t picked and chosen when to call him "son" based on what suited him - maybe Jamie would’ve ended up differently. Or maybe not. Maybe some of it was in his blood. He has this frustrating tendency to become a doormat the moment a woman gives him attention, strokes his ego, and figures out which buttons to push.

Jimmy, on the other hand, was much-needed comic relief. He had his share of hard lessons, but I’m glad he wasn’t killed off. He brought a kind of charm and vulnerability that balanced out the show’s darker moments.

Someone I wish hadn’t been killed off was Colby. Watching Teeter’s heartbreak unfold on screen wasn’t easy, especially when they had just started to open up and say their “I love yous.” It felt too soon, and too unfair.

If you haven’t seen Yellowstone, you should absolutely give it a try. And while you're at it, make sure to watch the prequels 1883 and 1923 - they add even more depth to the Dutton legacy. There's also a new prequel titled 1944 coming soon, and a sequel called The Madison in the works. So, if you're not already invested in the Dutton universe, now’s the perfect time to start.