Critics have pointed out a lack of depth in exploring the character of Bass Reeves and the implications of being a Black man in law enforcement in the 1870s.
The series has been praised for its distinct vision and execution, and the performances, especially that of David Oyelowo as Reeves.
The series 'Lawmen: Bass Reeves' is a retelling of the true story of the first African-American US Marshal in the old American West.
The TV series 'Lawmen: Bass Reeves' has been released on Paramount+, featuring David Oyelowo as the titular character. The series is part of the 'Sheridanverse' created by writer-producer Taylor Sheridan and is showrun by Chad Feehan. The series is a retelling of the true story of the first African-American US Marshal in the old American West, a former slave who became a U.S. Marshal and is believed to be the inspiration for the Lone Ranger.
The series has been structured to focus on a different subject each season. The first season has been praised for its distinct vision and execution, with particular commendation for the performances, especially that of David Oyelowo as Reeves. The inclusion of veteran actors such as Dennis Quaid and Donald Sutherland has also been highlighted as a positive aspect of the series.
However, the series has also faced criticism for its lack of depth in exploring the character of Bass Reeves and the implications of being a Black man in law enforcement in the 1870s. Critics have pointed out a lack of continuity and character development in the series. The show's slow pacing, gratuitous violence, and its portrayal of a world where men are inexpressive brawlers and women are unquestioningly loyal have also been criticized.
The review criticizes the series for its lack of depth in exploring the character of Bass Reeves and the implications of being a Black man in law enforcement in the 1870s.
It also criticizes the series for its lack of continuity and character development.
The review praises the inclusion of veteran actors such as Dennis Quaid and Donald Sutherland.
However, it criticizes the show's slow pacing, gratuitous violence, and its portrayal of a world where men are inexpressive brawlers and women are unquestioningly loyal.
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As with Yellowstone, the series celebrates a world where men are inexpressive brawlers, women unquestioningly loyal and violence the drumbeat of life itself.