My Big Yellowstone Complaint That Really Needs To Get Resolved Before It’s All Over With

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As a seasoned gamer and long-time Yellowstone fan, I’ve witnessed my fair share of gripping narratives that have left me on the edge of my seat. However, the current storyline revolving around Tate Dutton has been a bit of a head-scratcher for me.

Spoilers below for the back half of Yellowstone Season 5, so be warned if you aren’t yet caught up.

In the latter part of Season 5, Yellowstone has been juggling numerous plotlines, potentially setting up for a sixth season, following the midseason premiere’s John Dutton demise. The break between seasons was lengthy, and while the quality has varied, I remain hopeful for a satisfying conclusion. However, there’s one ongoing issue that bothers me about the last few episodes: Tate’s storyline seems to serve little purpose.

It’s clear that when Kevin Costner left the project, Taylor Sheridan had to adjust his initial plans significantly. It’s challenging to maintain compelling storylines for adult characters while also providing meaningful arcs for teen characters in a mature-themed show. However, I must admit, I find the second half of Season 5 has somewhat exaggerated Breckin Merrill’s character to the verge of caricature.

Tate Has Been Through Major Traumas

From another perspective, Tate Dutton’s past could be the foundation for a comic book or action character’s origin story, and he has played a significant role in some of the most intense scenes that have unfolded on Yellowstone.

In Season 2’s finale, he was abducted by extremist groups advocating white supremacy and dramatically rescued in a thrilling fashion. After defending Monica from an attacker, he experienced severe trauma, which included justifiably killing the assailant. He also encountered a venomous snake on the ranch, managing to defend himself. (Teeter would have bluntly exclaimed “that’s crazy” about everything that happened.) The youngster even stumbled upon dinosaur fossils on the property, though this storyline did not develop further.

Although these occurrences may not be directly linked in a manner that can be encapsulated by a single visual symbol like Kayce’s wolf, I strongly feel they should have left a profound and far-reaching influence on Tate’s mind, leading to an enthralling and potentially dangerous climax for others. This impact, in my opinion, should have been established before John’s death was introduced, and the idea becomes even more compelling given that he should aim to avenge his grandfather’s demise.

Tate’s Story Now Revolves Around Moving Furniture And Hating Romance

If Season 5B seems to be positioning Tate as a key character in future shows such as 6666 or The Madison featuring Michelle Pfeiffer, it’s not doing an effective job so far. We’re nearing the end of the season, and up until now, Tate has only been involved in three distinct activities, with two of them being repeated occurrences already.

  • 1. Help Kayce and Monica move furniture and boxes into their new-in-flashbacks home.
  • 2. Moan and groan every single time Kayce and Monica embrace, kiss, or show any semblance of affection for one another.
  • 3. Look sad and confused when Kayce talks to him about John and the ranch.

In essence, they’ve moved around quite a bit due to lack of a fixed residence for this family, and it’s significant to portray Tate as being deeply attached to their current location because he seldom ventures elsewhere these days.

Instead of finding it the most distressing aspect of the 2024 TV lineup, listening to him repeatedly advise his parents to find privacy when they kiss might just be the least appealing part. Tate, being sixteen, seems to have more pressing concerns such as exploring relationships himself, rather than criticizing Kayce and Monica’s affection. I’m not implying any moral judgment here; it’s simply that it becomes tiresome to listen to his complaints about brief displays of affection. Regardless of whether Tate chooses to remain abstinent for the rest of his life, we can hope for fewer complaints about such fleeting moments of intimacy.

Whenever Kayce inquires about Tate’s life aspirations, the teenager mentions that he thought he’d simply be tending to the ranch, yet harbors dreams of becoming a fly fishing guide as well. This might not sound like an exciting future, but it serves as a poignant nod to the times Tate and John spent fishing together. However, the audience yearns for something more dramatic than either of these possibilities to unfold.

By the finale of 1883, Tate might be highlighted as a key figure in the lineage, given that he could potentially belong to the seventh generation who are traditionally supposed to possess the land before it is reclaimed by indigenous tribes. However, I’m not entirely convinced that his role will significantly impact those events.

Hey there, gaming enthusiasts! I can’t hide my excitement as I eagerly await the final two episodes of Taylor Sheridan and Brecken Merrill’s masterpiece. I sincerely hope they pull off some mind-blowing surprises for Tate that will leave me utterly stunned. Don’t forget to tune in every Sunday night at 8:00 p.m. ET on Paramount Network, so we can experience it together!

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2024-12-07 02:37