A sequence in Landman episode 7 made the show feel even more Friday night lightsand it's something the second season should explore more. In addition to Landman's Texas scenery, the show takes notably inspiration from the classic NBC football drama, from the moody intro sequence to the dramatic ambience. While the public waits for the newly announced Friday night lights restart, Landman is the next best thing, and while episode 7 wasn't the highest-rated episode, it offered a fun reminder of its stylistic influence.
Taylor Sheridan's TV shows aren't known for being focused on teen dramas, making Ainsley's storyline all the more appealing as something new for fans of her work. Actress Michelle Randolph plays Tommy Norris' daughter in the film Landman cast, and although her character has received some criticism from critics and viewers, she is the only member of the ensemble to connect the series with its high school elements.
Landman Episode 7 Has Friday Night Lights Elements
High school and football are also important to Landman
Landman's The end of episode 7 saw Ainsley attending her first party with her new schoolmates, mentioning that she recently transferred due to Angela's return with Tommy. She immediately attracts the attention of all the athletes at the party and attracts Ryder, the quarterback of her new school's football team. Ryder is a high-level college prospect who believes he has NFL potential, which means he meets the qualities required by Ainsley's boyfriend.
Since Landman Likewise, it offers a critique and examination of the Permian Basin region, this aspect seems vital to be explored further as well.
Although the scene was not as well executed as Friday night lights' teenage dynamic, Taylor Sheridan has found something in Ainsley worth exploring further. It's reminiscent of the part of the NBC show that involved characters like Tim Riggins, Tyra, Jason and Lyla, examining their personalities and how they all adapted to the Texas high school scene in different ways. Since Landman Likewise, it offers a critique and examination of the Permian Basin region, this aspect seems vital to be explored further as well.
Landman Season 2 Needs to Be More Like Friday Night Lights
Examining youth offers an interesting contrast to the series
Landman is a series about Tommy's experience in the oil industry, but the show's dramatic introduction and familiar characters suggest there needs to be more than just business and politics. Having high school characters creates a sense of balance, showing a more innocent and aspirational area of the region. In a way, These are the dreamers Tommy talked about at the beginning of the season, and they essentially have no idea how dangerous the world around them is.practically in their own backyards, with threats from cartels and oil rig explosions.