A Fascinating Journey with the Dutton Family
Get ready to buckle up, as we take you on a wild ride into the world of Yellowstone and its prequels. This captivating drama series centres around the intriguing lives of the Dutton family and their sprawling cattle ranch.
The man leading the charge is none other than Kevin Costner, who brilliantly portrays John Dutton, the head of the Dutton Clan in Yellowstone. More than just gripping drama, the show paints a vivid picture of power, survival, and the undying spirit to protect one’s legacy. But, it doesn’t just stop there. Yellowstone also introduced us to prequel series, 1883 and 1923, which fans seem to favor over the original. Let’s explore why!
The Evolution of the Dutton Family
From the ruthless, present-day Duttons’ fight for legacy in Yellowstone, the prequels are a time-warp to the past. It’s like stepping back in time to meet the same old Duttons but with different faces and character traits.
The prequels introduce us to James and Margaret Dutton in 1883, who worked their fingers to the bone to establish a future for their kin. Fast forward to 1923, and we are amidst the grueling challenges faced by Jacob and Cara Dutton during the Great Depression.
What catches the eye most, however, is the marked distinction between the righteous ancestors and their morally dubious modern counterparts. It seems like time and circumstances have chipped away at the Duttons’ values, transforming them into cunning survivors in Yellowstone.
Fans Speak Their Mind
Viewers have taken the difference in characters to heart. The change from hardworking predecessors to their divided, frustrated, and manipulative descendants has stirred up a lot of online debate.
Some fans online theorize that this contrast is intentional, to portray the present-day Duttons as anti-heroes. Others believe that as times changed and more threats loomed, the Duttons had to adjust their moral compass to hold onto their land and legacy.
Behind the Scenes of Yellowstone and its Prequels
While fans have been nurtured in their love for the prequels, Kevin Costner has his own thoughts. He believes that the success of the prequels might have resulted in less attention being paid to Yellowstone’s script by its creator, Taylor Sheridan.
Switching gears, Sheridan claims that Costner’s other commitments could have been the reason for any perceived issues with Yellowstone. The accusation is that Costner’s focus on his other projects led to him not being fully devoted to Yellowstone, thus affecting its success.
Must-Watch for Everyone
Regardless of the off-camera drama, the enthralling storytelling and complex characters are reason enough to watch both Yellowstone and its lauded prequels.
In closing, the Yellowstone franchise has indeed succeeded in offering viewers an engaging journey through the Duttons’ varying morals across generations. But, the fans have spoken, it’s the virtuous Dutton ancestors of the prequels that are winning hearts more than their present-day kin. Their simple, strong moral fabric, and their struggle to build up their legacy seem more appealing to the viewers. The excitement for what’s next in this epic saga continues to grow!
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