Dark Winds

So I have AMC+ and have seen the first 2 episodes and it just gets better and better. It's part mystery, thriller, dark humor, and drama- a bit of everything with wonderful acting. I absolutely love Zach McClarnon in everything I've seen him in, the series Fargo, Reservation Dogs, Westword, can't recall what else, but the guy has range and I can't wait for him to have an Academy type role, he is due.

Noah Emmerich from the Americans plays a self-important FBI agent, Rainn Wilson plays a used car salesman and another sleezy part in the story I'm sure, lol. Every character is interesting.

This 6 part series is executive produced by George RR Martin and Robert Redford, so you know it's gonna be a great story. I can't wait to see where it goes!

Dark Winds is an exceptional TV series that masterfully blends elements of noir, thriller, and even sci-fi, creating a gripping and immersive experience. Set in 1971 on the Navajo Nation, the show follows Lieutenant Joe Leaphorn and his deputy, Jim Chee, as they navigate a series of complex and interconnected crimes. The storytelling is top-notch, with each episode unraveling layers of mystery and character depth.

The cast delivers outstanding performances, particularly Zahn McClarnon as Joe Leaphorn, whose portrayal of a man haunted by his past is both powerful and nuanced. The chemistry between Kiowa Gordon (Jim Chee) and Jessica Matten (Bernadette Manuelito) adds a heartfelt dimension to the series, providing moments of warmth amidst the tension.

Overall, Dark Winds is a must-watch for fans of crime dramas and anyone looking for a series that combines thrilling plots with rich cultural storytelling. Highly recommended!

This show is as good as advertised. I've never heard of the books so I had no expectations going in so I'm pleasantly surprised by how much I like this. Zahn McClarnon has been good in just about everything he's ever been in but he's finally given a chance to be a lead and he excels at it. I could actually see him getting nominated for an Emmy for his work here, he's that good. Kiowa Gordon is an unknown actor who also does an excellent job and should have plenty of opportunities and a bright career after this. The rest of the cast (Noah Emmerich, Rainn Wilson, Jessica Matten, A Martinez, Jenna Elfman, etc) all hold their own here too. There are not many shows built around Native Americans so I'm glad this one didn't flame out and disappoint.

I really loved the 2 seasons of this show. Suspenseful, griping storyline and great acting.

I lived on the Navajo Reservation in Shiprock during this time period when I was 8 years old. The look and feel really brought a lot back. The beauty of the desert is hard to capture just how stunningly gorgeous it is, but the film crew does a very good job.

My dad was an OBGYN and we lived there in 1972.

We went to Jim Charley's church and his son Wilton drew an amazing picture for us that I have hanging up today! (He was loved by the people and of course did not sterilize the women) I have lot of Native American art from this time period which I love and treasure.

Apart from that I will say this is a fabulous show and I highly recommend it!

Well written, well acted, well paced. Two episodes in and I'm hooked. So far there are three plots to follow - the murders of two reservation residents, a high-profile armored car robbery using a helicopter, and a possible conspiracy to blow up a mining operation. And then there's spooky stuff... It sounds like a lot going on, but because the writing is so good, it's very easy to follow the various intersecting plot lines.

The characters are quite appealing - I credit the fine acting for that - consequently you get invested in the show very quickly. The show doesn't pull any punches when it comes to showing the overt and systematic racism faced by Native Americans in the 1970's (not to suggest it's strictly a thing of the past), but so far it's not falling into the trap of portraying the native people as 'noble savages,' either.

This is simply good drama, and the fact that it's set on a Navajo reservation just enhances the drama rather than over-relying on it or using it as a shtick. I like this show and I think if you give it a try, you'll be hooked, too.