The Duttons face a new set of challenges in the early 20th century, including the rise of Western expansion, Prohibition, and the Great Depression.The Duttons face a new set of challenges in the early 20th century, including the rise of Western expansion, Prohibition, and the Great Depression.The Duttons face a new set of challenges in the early 20th century, including the rise of Western expansion, Prohibition, and the Great Depression.
- Nominated for 2 Primetime Emmys
- 4 wins & 23 nominations total
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Summary
Reviewers say '1923' offers strong performances by Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren, yet faces criticism for inconsistent accents and slow pacing. Stunning cinematography and period detail are praised, but excessive violence and disjointed storylines are noted. Historical injustices are explored, though some find the portrayal of religious figures and indigenous people harsh. The Spencer and Alex romance is divisive, with mixed opinions on its execution. Overall, '1923' is an ambitious but flawed series with room for improvement.
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Man... Where do I start. It's short (which is why I watched it - usually don't watch TV Series). It's not very faced-paced, it is really slow at some points, but that doesn't mean bad. It is beautifully shot with a lot of great scenery, animals, countries. Two of the characters are in non-stop adventures which I loved - they go from place to place, trying to go home and meet new people... I love this kind of dynamics.
There are a few stories that cross paths at some point, and it is very well made.
The direction is 10/10, and the script altough cliche and melodramatic at some points, somehow works :D I mean, yeah... Hollywood drama, but made well and really hits you. If you ar esensitive, you will cry! :D
The acting... Man. Altough all of the actors did their job to the max, I believe Julia Schlaepfer stole the show. She just crushed the role, and especially the last episode. They will not give her an Emmy probably, but it is one of the best performances I've seen in my life. Bright future for this one hopefully!
One minus are some not graphic but... disgusting BDSM scenes. I am okay with that, I like BDSM, but this one particular character was too much to me and it was gross (not graphic, that's not the issue, but too much they show how twisted he is, and i turns me off. Creepy disgusting villain.. like sadistic next level.)
Anyway, altough kinda Hollywoodish, there were lots of unexpected deaths, which I really appreciated. Plot armor was there, yes, but didn't last until the end :)
Don't know hat to say. I love mix of all genres - adventure, drama, action, lots of romance and yeah - this one delivers which is rare.
Final Score: 8/10.
There are a few stories that cross paths at some point, and it is very well made.
The direction is 10/10, and the script altough cliche and melodramatic at some points, somehow works :D I mean, yeah... Hollywood drama, but made well and really hits you. If you ar esensitive, you will cry! :D
The acting... Man. Altough all of the actors did their job to the max, I believe Julia Schlaepfer stole the show. She just crushed the role, and especially the last episode. They will not give her an Emmy probably, but it is one of the best performances I've seen in my life. Bright future for this one hopefully!
One minus are some not graphic but... disgusting BDSM scenes. I am okay with that, I like BDSM, but this one particular character was too much to me and it was gross (not graphic, that's not the issue, but too much they show how twisted he is, and i turns me off. Creepy disgusting villain.. like sadistic next level.)
Anyway, altough kinda Hollywoodish, there were lots of unexpected deaths, which I really appreciated. Plot armor was there, yes, but didn't last until the end :)
Don't know hat to say. I love mix of all genres - adventure, drama, action, lots of romance and yeah - this one delivers which is rare.
Final Score: 8/10.
In my opinion 1923 and 1883 both surpass Yellowstone.
Good actors, good direction and better writing. Taylor Sheridan just keeps doing better stuff!
While even reusing some of the plot of the original 1923 make it more grandiose. The African story is majestic and the Native Americans dark history isn't hidden nor diminished.
Good actors, good direction and better writing. Taylor Sheridan just keeps doing better stuff!
While even reusing some of the plot of the original 1923 make it more grandiose. The African story is majestic and the Native Americans dark history isn't hidden nor diminished.
1923 is the next prequel to Yellowstone after 1883 and like those two shows this is just as incredible! As a huge fan of those two shows I was really looking forward to this and it did not disappoint. It continues to follow the Dutton family and show how they created the Yellowstone ranch. This obviously takes place in 1923 during prohibition and the Great Depression. It's another gritty western from Taylor Sheridan. Sheridan is one of the best things going on television right now, everything he touches turns to gold. Just look at his resume (Yellowstone, 1883, Mayor of Kingstown, Tulsa King, Sicario, Hell or High Water, etc.). Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren lead an amazing cast who are all at their best here. Season 2 just ended recently and I'd be shocked if this show doesn't end up at least getting nominated for numerous awards.
Great except for the tug boat nonsense. Lame , how did a "ghost" ship run into the tug boat and overturn it? I have seen series 1 and if there is any more Bollocks I'll abandon it , 1883 was brilliant and Yellowstone was great , don't disappoint me or I'll watch Better call Saul ,Game of thrones or Breaking bad again.
Look, I understand that there was certainly abuse associated with the schools set up to teach native American children English and try to get them to acculturate. And that we figured out a while ago that was not appropriate. But... the utter, 100% EVIL of every single nun and priest depicted is troubling. Really - not a single one had the tiniest inclination towards kindness? I mean, you can identify far better with the other villains of the story: at least they are somewhat understandable. The nuns and priests are straight out demons, and that plot line is really hard to watch.
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- TriviaThe Depression of 1920-1921 began in Montana in 1918 and continued longer. Between drought and the reduced demand for agricultural products, due to the end of the "Great War" (aka First World War, from 1914 to 1918), many farmers suffered greatly. As a result, Montana farmers would default on wartime loans which lead to widespread bank failure throughout the state. Between 1921-1925, half of the farmers in Montana lost their land. By 1925, 70,000 of the 82,000 homesteaders in Montana left. In addition, 200 banks in Montana failed. Not only were crops affected by the drought, it was followed by locusts infestation and cattle succumbing to contagion.
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