September 5th 2023.
Native American actress Lily Gladstone recently criticised the Paramount Plus drama, Yellowstone, for its depiction of the American West. In an interview with Vulture, Gladstone stated that the show is 'delusional' and 'deplorable'.
Yellowstone follows the life of a family living on a cattle ranch in Montana. Created by Taylor Sheridan and John Linson, the show features Kevin Costner as John Dutton III - a man determined to protect his family’s ranch. The story centres on Dutton’s ranch and the tensions and conflicts that arise with its neighbours: an Indian reservation, the Yellowstone National Park and an expanding town.
Gladstone's comments come as the show is set to end after the fifth season. Reports had suggested Kevin had quit the series amid speculation about issues between the actor and Taylor. However, in a statement provided to Deadline, Paramount seem to have dismissed these claims. Kevin Costner then addressed leaving Yellowstone during a court hearing for his divorce proceedings with estranged wife Christine Baumgartner, implying he would take legal action. He said he had originally agreed to make seasons five, six and seven of the Western series and had negotiated a fee of $12 million for each.
The cast of Yellowstone also includes American Sniper’s Luke Grimes, True Detective’s Kelly Reilly and American Beauty’s Wes Bentley. The second part of the fifth and final season will debut in November.
It is clear from Gladstone's comments that the show has not done justice to the American West. It is also disappointing that Kevin Costner is facing legal issues over his exit from the show. Hopefully, the sequel that is in the works can provide a more accurate representation of the American West and the struggles that Native Americans face.
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