Overview

• Taylor Sheridan's new series, 'Landman,' has drawn criticism for its portrayal of female characters, particularly the ex-wife Angela and teenage daughter Ainsley.
• Viewers have described the dynamic between Billy Bob Thornton's character, Tommy Norris, and his daughter as uncomfortable and unrealistic, with some calling it inappropriate.
• Angela, portrayed by Ali Larter, has been criticized as a one-dimensional character overly focused on provocative interactions with her ex-husband.
• Ainsley, played by Michelle Randolph, has been labeled oversexualized, with scenes that many viewers find cringeworthy and out of place in the story.
• While the series has been praised for its exploration of the West Texas oil industry, the backlash over its female characters has overshadowed its strengths.