LANDMAN SEASON 2 EPISODE 4 RECAP || IN MINUTES DANCING WITH RAINBOWS AND MAKING KNEE-JERK DECISIONS

Sixty-three minutes constitutes a lengthy episode. When it is filled with narrative, I appreciate the opportunity for extended engagement with beloved characters. I was taken aback by how swiftly the hour passed, yet perplexed by the numerous stories that were neglected despite being central to the plot. Landman Season 2 Episode 4 commenced with an incident that was more significant than the time available. When one is otherwise engaged with death rituals, it may be prudent to minimize the focus on other narratives until they have the opportunity to develop fully. At the start of the hour, I pondered, 'Is it necessary to continue following Ariana's narrative if she is no longer involved with Cooper?' My conclusion was affirmative. It is crucial to observe how the industry impacts the lives of those in the towns it dominates. What I wish to avoid is witnessing yet another conflict over relationships, and I am now concerned that there may be more to unfold. Between Cami's visit to Monty’s grave as the stone was being placed, and Tommy and his companions traveling to the Texas Panhandle for his mother’s funeral, there was a considerable amount of ritual involved. At the start of the hour, I found myself pondering, ‘Is it necessary to continue following Ariana’s story now that she is no longer with Cooper?’ My conclusion was affirmative. Understanding how the industry influences the lives of those in towns where it dominates is crucial. What I wish to avoid is yet another battleground of relationships, and I now find myself concerned that more is on the horizon. Cooper believed he was demonstrating respect by remaining outside of Ariana’s residence, yet it was, in fact, a passive-aggressive method of inserting himself into her life when she had clearly expressed her need for space. He was aware that Ariana would likely want to accompany him. He must have recognized that she had feelings for him and that their separation was not solely about him — it was fundamentally about her.