Announce a Season 4 and give us at least 12 episodes! 11:22 am. Plus TNT would actually promote Longmire. If you wanted to promote Longmire to others in prep for season 2 your hands were tied unless you DVRd it and had people over. I hope season 4 gets us back to Walt and his deputies working together rather impoding from within. So, onto Zachary (Barry Sloane). Ive always been a little hazy as to why Ridges went after Branch. August 5, 2014 @ Barlow needed the Casino in the county to further his business interests, so he has her killed. Maybe the writers will take you up on that! Dmr412, I have no problem with people voicing their opinion pro or con. I agree with those that have commented about how it might be hard to join Longmire as a viewer Season 3 and beyond because you dont know what is going on with the characters stories. Branch,Barlow.. But, damn, wasnt that a top season closer?! It seems relatively invisible/ignored in the entertainment media. Im getting really bored with most TV offerings and this is the last new show that has caught my interest. I mean it was a continuing success for A&E even with a dip in the third season. Heres hoping Longmire returns for Season 4, because there are so many questions that still need to be answered. Nothing really happened between Vic and Walt. Why does Barlow kill branch? I think Walt looked at that owl at the end of Ashes to Ashes with surprise and wondered why are you here when I just laid you to rest? Walt then kills Barlow, avenging Branch and Martha. I have to say the Baldwin/Coveny written episodes are my favorites. Longmire picks up the lone wolf who has been out in the cold for a majority of this season, desperately trying to convince anyone whod listen that the White Warrior was alive. Not surprisingly, the fracas brought an end a temporary one, we can only hope to their friendship, just at a time when Walt might need all the friends he can get. Warner actually films the show and sells it to A&E, as I understand it. Celebrity. August 7, 2014 @ He tried to do good things but he was an evil man. BalsterFudd357 4:50 pm. I think Warner held firm. I hope that Branch got the better of his father and didnt get killed. I think Henry took the jar with requests for Hectors services because he is going to take over the role of providing justice to the Cheyenne when they cant get it anyplace else. . Too many tv shows are lazy and predictable keeping on main characters that should be gone to shake up the show. Walt asks her why she thinks he never gave up being sheriff and, like most characters, she assumes that he loves his job too much. Heres hoping. Lou Diamond Phillips is the epitome of elegance and eloquence. [b]Edward[/b], I meant Branch no longer in the Sheriffs office, but remaining on the show as Walts nemesis as mayor or running his fathers company. I, too, enjoyed the one-liners and am glad that Henry is now free of his charges and glad, too, that Fales had his come-uppance. Nighthorse (A. Martinez) has lawyered upshes there in his officeand he has, on the surface, a damn good alibi. I like snowdogmoms answer to why Henry took Hectors jar. Perhaps, Bear has something there he doesnt want to risk anyone seeing. I initially thought he was comptemplating suicide but then figured that was just not his personality. Longmire is the best show on TV PERIOD! Dog, I agree with your Walt/Vic comments, they have been encumbered by the story arcs. I however have been on sites where people are downright nasty if you express you like the Vic character, or say she has some redeeming quailties, or she is the most reliable deputy, or disagree with their opinion at all and the same people post over and over and over and over again even when the topic may not be about Vic and they have already expressed their opinion. Who knows what A&E will do? The vast majority of the time, this sort of thing in a finale leads to them finding a way to survive. In the books, he is The Bear and I dont think that any of this seasons troubles would have happened to him! I bet a lot of Longmire viewers watch Major Crimes. Keep it going!!!!!! Is Barlow that big a sleazeball? Vic should have just been divorced from the start. I really hope it comes back for many seasons to come and I want 26 episodes per season! The finale had fewer viewers than the season premiere. It has to be more than just Branch being on sacred land (which turned out to be not so much), Davids religious convictions, and discovering that he was indeed still alive. And Branch turning his own father over to Walt will probably clear his way to return to his job. Remember when Walt told Barlow that he thought the shooter was getting back at Barlow through Branch? Would be a shame if Branch turned up dead. Ill be so disappointed if it doesnt return! Was someone trying to get ahold of Walt? My favorite part of the finale was the banter between, Vic, Walt and Bearmuch like the recurring theme in the books. August 5, 2014 @ I only wish they would warn you that the episode is going long. Lingerie needs to come back. When the dad clicked the clay launcher Branch looked away. I cant help but wonder what effect Malachis return will have on both Mathias and the Rez next year (and there will be a NEXT year on some network! I will say a prayer to the Corporate Gods tonight that they see their way to continuing this good show and if not, Ive got a feather for them. I am still against Vic and Walt getting romantically involved. [color=rgb(0, 0, 0)] [/color]Because in the Northern Cheyenne lexicon the owls are basically messengers from the camp of the dead, they fly the hanging road, that belt of the Milky Way I can definitely see where the writers could have used that meaning in the Branch and Barlow ending. Or Branch just grabbed and deflected the shotgun. Everything is superb! She made it clear that she was done with Walt before slamming out of Walts house. I dont think Branch was killed. Getting sick of their lack of information and promotion for Longmire. In the same book, Cady marries Philadelphia Police Officer Michael Moretti, the brother of Walt's undersheriff, Vic Moretti, on the Rez; Michael and she had been seeing each other since . Ed, I neglected in my recent comment to thank you for the name of the music at the opening of Ashes. I like it when they use music to complement a scene, not as a substitute for dialogue or action. In 2015, Branch's body was found down by the river by Walt Longmire, Vic Moretti, and The Ferg. Although there was not any close interaction between Vic and Walt appropriately so it was really sweet to see Vic take care of Walts bloody ear in the bar What a total dirtbag Barlow turned out to be, not that we didnt think he was pretty slimy, but to turn against Branch like that pretty powerful! Very moody and evocative musical selections on this program. What father doesnt know his adult sons coffee preference (they really are strangers to each other). Major Crimes as a lead in I bet would bring in more viewers to Longmire. 3:36 am. I hope youre right, Victor. Thanks for letting me vent. All the new summer offerings from all the networks have been a big disappointment. Thanks. I wont get into a debate why the ratings are down as there are so many factors impacting them and I dont think they are accurate in the first place. 4:13 am. You never saw Branch actually die. We welcome analyzing in-depth. Great episode, great season! I have read all the books and highly recommend them. And Walts revenge! I think the writers might go in a different direction than killing one of them off. He releases her ashes onto the ground where he promised 'til death do us part years ago. Florida Gov. http://www.vibrantnation.com/other-topics/craig-johnson-the-man-behind-longmire/. August 5, 2014 @ Of course we wont get a 4th season. And Walts not going to kill anyone, especially not the wrong guy! His son, Branch (The Connallys have some crazy names) , the sheriff's deputy, figured out that Barlow had Walt's wife killed. In a season of incredible performances from the whole cast, Robert Taylor delivered powerfully in the scene when Walt finally lets go of Martha. August 6, 2014 @ August 5, 2014 @ Another indication of people not liking storyline or direction ( not necessarily regarding Walt/Vic) is the decline in viewership. We are dying here for better programming. Later he confronts his father about his $50,000 tip to Jacob Nighthorse about killing Walt's wife, but soon later his father distracts Branch by pulling the disc while shooting shotguns and later shoots Branch in the facewhile Branch is distracted, and is later avenged by Walt, and is mentioned in every season after. Douglas Henning August 5, 2014 @ Looking forward to season 4! And I can go either way on arcs versus standalones. To all Im really enjoying all your thoughts. I had suspected Malachi (Graham Greene), and to a lesser degree Jacob Nighthorse, just as Longmire seemed to believe at the end of this episode. I was stunned by the anti-Vic wing. Who is the father of Vic's baby on Longmire? The writers are doing a slow build-up and Im comfortable with that direction. As the scene closes with Branch getting ready to take in his corrupt father, maybe hoping to earn his way back into the department or just because hes realized that hes not like his dad, Branchs father says hes sorry he failed him, but its not too late to have another son. Grade: A-. 4:36 pm. Havent seen her lately . Branch had suspicious evidence that he might have shared with Longmire before confronting his father. Yes, I am reading them in order I do always like to do that. . Walt Longmire's fictional biography. In Ashes to Ashes does the owl symbolize that Marthas spirit is still unquiet, that Longmire doesnt have it all figured out as completely as he thinks he does and is on the wrong track going after Nighthorse with a vengeance he feels Martha will need to forgive him of? I concur everyone is entitled to their opinion. The Barlow twist definitely surprised me, but I still have a lot of questions about Nighthorse and how much he knew about Marthas death and the reason Barlow needed to hire Ridges. pboyers That seems to be who the character is to me and I feel like he is lost without it. Barlow did seem a bit shaky there at the end. I agree with most, that the Branch character works best as a deputy. It follows the adventures of Walt Longmire, a Wyoming sheriff attempting to keep the peace in his county while recovering from the loss of his recently-deceased wife. I do remember them talking about deciding who Walt would see IN the cabin and choosing Cady because they believed Walt would only see Martha just before he died. OnTheElk A&E needs to promote it more and show it at an earlier time so that MORE people can watch. J and B Miller was the man suspected of killing Walt's wife, who had also been killed. ! moments (insert voice of Annie Savoy, Susan Sarandans character in Bull Durham, responding to Crash Davis little speech about what he believes in in matters of the heart) Ive ever seen on TV. S4? Branch then delivers his father up to Longmire (his alternate father figure). Hopefully in season 4 we will see more humorous interactions between Walt and Henry, I would love to know more about their history, and of course it would be great to see Walt and Vic finally have some happiness together. Btw thank you for all your comments this past season. The first time we see the owl is in the pilot. A personal observation about the viewer drop this year from and average of 3.7 (S2) to 3.5(S3). Besides, in typical Longmire fashion, he seems to half blame himself for what happened to Branch. So this summer, the next season will appear there! Maybe the writers will bring Lizzie Ambrose (the other blonde) back to add a little competition for Vic but Im fairly certain the relationship between Walt and Vic is a done deal. As to the Walt and Vic relationship the writers have handled this with kid gloves. Other than glances and appropriate caring touches, there has been little hint of anything else. When Nighthorse rambles on about how hes tired of constantly being scrutinized, he crosses the line by invoking Longmires late wifes name. Appreciated. Im also new to posting comments but have been reading/enjoying for a while. Great writing! In my mind, yes, but I read somewhere that TPTB (The Powers That Be, term I use when I dont really know who has the power to make decisions for a television show) are trying to read the tea leaves and think that it is 60-40 AGAINST the VicWaltship among Longmire viewers. I imagine her as a very smart and independent woman who called Walt on his sh$t (maybe even used a curse word sometimes, not as much as Vic of course), kept him in line when he needed it, loved and supported him yes but also fought against the casino even when it might have made his job difficult. The person he hired killed the person that killed her. 10 episodes is pretty good for a season. She placed the weapon to her head, crying, trembling, preparing to alleviate her tortured mind. The other thing I found interesting in this article was that at the time it was written there was talk about trying to cast Dog and finding it really difficult. TNT knows how to promote their shows. My husband thinks Im nuts and it was just makeup or war paint. Walt, however, was convinced that either Malachi Strand or Jacob Nighthorse had his wife killed and became increasingly antagonistic . LadyDi But once Walt realizes Barlows involvement I can see him forgiving Branch. While trap shooting, Branch and Barlow discuss Nighthorse. DeMaris from Tillsonburg Ontario Canada. Barlow had a shotgun and to use this to shoot Branch he would have to standup and turn around. Hope for a season four! Who is the father of Vic's baby on Longmire? First, I liked the opening music to this episode. I really want to see Walt, Vic, Lucien and Henry work a case with banter between all 4 of them. I am going to catch up on the books before a new season begins (if it does, fingers crossed) and will try to review the first two tv seasons with the comments of all in mind. This is a good series. Good fare & the TV series does not really follow the books story lines, so its not redundant. Walt lettting go of Martha was a great scene. A really good show and we would hate to see this series end. I hate these reality shows . Kodi2k6 It seems too easy and common. They dont even respond on their various Facebook pages. It would be the same with a lot of other shows, coming in after several seasons. The sexual tension between Booth & Bones was great, having them marry was not. More episodes would be nice. [b]emsA2[/b], incessant wind of the high plains and the loneliness. Thats a thought-provoking tidbit that Ive never heard. While the battle of the ballot between Branch and Walt wasn't waged in this season finale of "Longmire" (Sun., 10 p.m. With that finale I am really looking forward to the next season. I agree with many of you, if there is a S4, it should be better (and easier to join) with individual weekly episodes without so much undercurrent. Who called Walts home phone? fantastic drama, pulse-pounding action and emotional catharsis. sidewalk tractor for sale; who are the parents of chaunte wayans; nyc intramural sports leagues; phoropter advantages and disadvantages; san giorgio calacatta polished porcelain tile; Actualits. I finally thought to Google longmire owl symbol and found a great article from June 4, 2012 interviewing Craig Johnson. The writers created a storyline for Vic that made her very unlikable and unsympathetic for some viewers. So heres something totally out of left fieldmaybe Ridges recently found out that he was Barlows bastard son/his mother had been abused and abandoned by Barlow and his hatred of Barlow and Branch led him to want them to suffer. Now knowing that Barlow had Martha killed to help elect Branch, uh, maybe theres something else we havent been told. The owl is used as symbolism in the show. I dont know details but I know the arrangement between Warner and A&E and A&E wanting more of the profits was the stumbling block last year. [b]Dog[/b], checking the online dictionary it says owls are considered by some to be harbingers of bad luck, ill health, or death. So we have some wiggle room on the meaning of the owl showing up to hard-eye Walt. I feel like Henry would have just driven to the cabin. They run a marathon of the current season during the day on a Friday? Watched the first two seasons on Netflix one episode after the other one weekend. He had no idea about Barlow being involved. I didnt know Longmire existed until a few episodes in last season. Excellent comments ! I feel like the Longmire writers gave us a study in variations of a familial crazy gene this season. Also, thank you for stopping by. I like your take on this even if it isnt what happened. Thanks; hope its a short hiatus. I really enjoy Gerald McRaneys acting and hope Barlow sticks around a bit longer. Which happens frequently in the real world. Penny I agree with you that Branch taking up his fathers company would be an interesting storyline if he doesnt get back to being a deputy. But it appeared Branch used both types. His little fit last week was overdue, IMO. Heres my off the wall suggestion: this show needs a Clydesdale advertisement to demonstrate strength and determination right along side beauty and gentleness. Cant wait for season 4!!! That is what drew me to the series: incredible writing and beautifully crafted, works-of-art level episodes that still haunt me like Dog Soldier. Retired Sheriff Lucian Connally was a recurring character on the Longmire Television series. If A&E decides it doesnt want to renew Longmire, Warner can pitch it to another station, correct? However, after Walt scatters his wife's ashes, he prepares to go after Nighthorse, believing him to still be involved. Needs a Clydesdale advertisement to demonstrate strength and determination right along side beauty gentleness! I agree with your Walt/Vic comments, they have been reading/enjoying for a while personal observation about viewer. Seems to be answered in typical Longmire fashion, he is lost without it say the Baldwin/Coveny written episodes my. 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