I think what Henry said to Branch about returning to his job under Walt after he lost the election has a much deeper meaning now. John Coveny tweeted the renewal for S3 last year at the end of August as did Lou Diamond Philips but then Lou removed his tweet. Llyrjet They were working out contract details that whole time. Why did Ridges go after Branch? Great story, even with all the holes, but we thoroughly enjoyed the best of the Longmire storyline. [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. Which happens frequently in the real world. Grade: A-. 6:26 pm. However, after Walt scatters his wife's ashes, he prepares to go after Nighthorse, believing him to still be involved. 3:35 am, I believe that was how hector would get hisjobs. Favorite line remains, If you do the job right, Walt, by the time you put down your sheriffs badge, youre a wanted man. The kind of thing that just leaves you breathless. This is a fine series with superb acting, writing, and production values. He was particularly angered by the drive-by shooting where Branch was hit by the supposed killer hired to eliminate Walt's wife. The shaving creamed reflection, Branchs envisioning warrior mode in his imninent actions to battle against his dad. Walt later confronts Barlow, who broke into the formers home and (drunkenly) admits to killing his son in a bid to keep Walt from realizing the truth about Martha's murder. 2:03 pm, It is interesting how shows that advocate slutty, trashy, immoral actions by teenagers are renewed for 2-3-4 seasons with 12+ episodes, and something that is well written and exciting to watch teeters on the brink of cancellation. I myself didnt like the Gorski storyline. There seems to me to be too much left undone if Barlow is eliminated, the money trail needs both Jacob and Dad Connally before the court of law to sort Casino land interests (What Martha knew), gun for hires, shell corporations, and find the Malachi (furlow) dirty connectionpowerful positions must have been utilized. I also agree with[b] emsA2[/b], it is going to take a lot for Walt and Cady to overcome Branchs problemshis insanity (however temporary) and most of all, how does one overlook the fact that your deputy/lovers father had your mom killed or at least, framed Walt; and was willing to let The Bear pay for it? Like CarolK I wonder if a third party arrived on the scene (not Walt of course). Watched the first two seasons on Netflix one episode after the other one weekend. Please bring the Longmire BACK even if it re runs. Angry and spiteful at having lost to Walt, Barlow came up with one last plan. Ive had enough of Branch the crazy rogue this season. I have a feeling Vics husband is not out of the picture yet. Then I read that some Indians believe that when you see an owl it might be just an owl or it might be a shape-shifting witch or an unquiet spirt of the dead. Unquiet spirit of the dead resonated with me. I blame AE for that a lot. I loved the humor. Fortunately we were able to find it at a later time so we could see what we missed A&E also needs to start at the scheduled time rather tha 5 minutes late. Dog stated: When she finds out about how she was injured by his scheme with Nighthorse and his Branchs other behavior, I expect she will be done with him. It would really be a shame if it is renewed. 2:11 am. Et on A&E), the case of Walt's dead wife came back into the show in a big way. August 5, 2014 @ Was it a salute to Joe Tuck, the driver who died, a toast to the season, a toast to the audience, a bit of all three? [b]samanthajane[/b], Branch has been mostly a terrible law enforcement officer since season one. I thoroughly enjoyed the finale even though the conspiracy about Marthas murder had holes large enough to drive a truck through. 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. Walt, however, was convinced that either Malachi Strand or Jacob Nighthorse had his wife killed and became increasingly antagonistic . That seems like a stretch.Thats the question I want answered He says everything he does is for his family, but how does killing her help his family? Just in case that wasnt emotional enough, we then hen had the moment where Walt was crying in a field, feeling regret and shame over what he was about to do. I assume that came from ridges war paint. There are so many better story arcs for Henrys character. 3:23 am. Teens Break-in to House to Bake Marijuana Brownies. Not at this point. August 14, 2014 @ . August 5, 2014 @ It can be very frustrating . Too bad more fans of TV crime dramas havent found it yet. The finale had fewer viewers than the season premiere. I am sure that Branch shot his father because this is not the kind of show where the main characters die so I dont find the ending suspenseful. August 5, 2014 @ Heck, its logging more viewers than many network shows. All the new summer offerings from all the networks have been a big disappointment. I love both of them but had to get used to the people in the books not being the same as the people in the TV show. I also dont think Barlow paid anyone to kill Branch I think that was Nighthorse. First, I liked the opening music to this episode. I am still against Vic and Walt getting romantically involved. Everything is superb! Was there a deeper meaning from the cast and crew? And thank you for stopping by and adding your invaluable insight. Longmire is the best show on tv PERIOD! LadyDi Was wondering what was in the jar that Henry picked up off of that Wall?! Simply superb. Why would he help Branch unless as some form of twisted parental support. In the pilot was the owl Marthas spirit whose killer needed to be found and punished? His line that son of a bitch Walt Longmire sounded like he has a deep hatred for him. The writers are doing a slow build-up and Im comfortable with that direction. TNT has had King and Maxwell fail after Major Crimes and I think Murder in the First is a failure. I couldnt see Lizzie for Walt. I doubt Barlow paid to have anyone killed to help Branch. That might be some major competition for Longmire if Longmire stays on A&E at 10pm Monday. Drax The Destroyer He just told Brach it was to help him to still try and win him over. What was Barlow talking to Jacob about on those survalience tapes? I truly hope Branch is not dead since he did almost die once already. Id love to see more of Peter Wellers character, Lucien Connally. It seems like a far fetched plan, but the man turned out to be ruthless, especially if he killed his own son. I think the whole Martha being killed story arc wasnt needed. Ill take it one step further. Christine Yes, fingers crossed for a season 4. Walt then kills Barlow, avenging Branch and Martha. And I cant say enough praise for McRaneys acting. I dont think Jacob is squeaky clean either. This is where Barlow Connally entered the picture. Like some of you have mentioned, I too have been a little unclear as to why David Ridges would come after Branch with such vengence. Whatever happen to the lady that had the hots for Walt? Excellent writing and acting. Is this correct? Im sure I dont remember all the times we see in owl in Longmire episodes. PBS is doing the same thing with the final three episodes of Poirot. Shareen I was confused about that point myself but thats a logical conclusion. Wish I knew more exact details. 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. My husband thinks Im nuts and it was just makeup or war paint. August 12, 2014 @ For six seasons, Nighthorse has been Longmire's usual suspect, accused of everything from helping murder Walt's wife to killing deputy Branch Connally (Bailey Chase) to using the casino he. Still, having Barlow as the mastermind was inspired writing. 3:34 am. I dont know how it could be justified for him to be allowed back on the force. 11:22 am. So, we wait and see if A&E is really about ENTERTAINMENT and renews Longmire. And why was Ridges going after Branch so adamantly? Though I still do not like the idea of Walt & Vic in a relationship they do make a good pair. No words needed. The only way I stumbled on Longmire before it premiered was because of the wasteland of programming and I happened to be watching The Glades which promoted Longmire. And thank you for the compliment. 4:18 am. For basic cable, I would suggest TNT. A New Old Western that premiered on A&E on June 3, 2012 based on the "Walt Longmire Mysteries" novel series by Craig Johnson. Both the Walt and Vic characters have been encumbered, by the writers, with way too much baggage. While we were skeptical in the early going about Branchs quick turnaround, this, coupled with Henrys release and a number of other developments tonight, make us wish season 4 was here already. leave the good ones alone. Was it the unquiet spirit of the boy who was murdered whose killer Walt was pursuing? However, once we got near the end of the episode, thats when some of our anxiety really started to settle in. I wonder if there is a deeper connection between them. 3:26 am. When key players do the deed, it is often the demise of the show. I tried watching the Walking Dead after it had been on a season and just had no idea what was going on. We just let them rant. Were we getting closer to the moment? [b]CarolK[/b], Im not exactly sure about the moment when Branch stood in front of the mirror with what Im assuming was war paint. This is a good series. While Branch and Barlow are trap shooting and talking about the business, Branch gets his father to admit his connections to Nighthorse. As it turned out, Beck was hired to kill Martha by a go-between named David Ridges, who himself was secretly working for greedy Wyoming land developer Barlow Connally. One of only a handful of truly great drama and intelligent writing for adults. It has been reported that A&E is contracturally obligated to make a renewal decision by August 31st. When someone takes a couple of shots at Nighthorse's house, Vic fears Walt may have been the shooter. I like syfy but this is better than the walking dead. When it comes to Henrys case, we spent most of the 70 minutes basically convincing ourselves that the guy was going to go back to prison. BalsterFudd357 Having sufficiently stoked Walt's rage, Barlow then draws a gun so Walt shoots him, twice. He feels responsible for Hectors death, prelude to Henry storyline for season 4. emsA2 I wanted a like button fro your comments. Was it concrete or cement rather than paint? Following the miscarriage she suffered in episode 4, she went on a drive and came close to killing herself she had the bullet locked and ready to go, but she emptied it out when she realized that she couldn't go through with it. Ron DeSantis signed a bill on Monday to take control of municipal services and development for the special zone encompassing Walt Disney . Ridges also then killed Beck for the same ass-covering reasons. If I recall correctly, after Jesse refused to cook for Gus if he killed Walt, Gus . The vast majority of the time, this sort of thing in a finale leads to them finding a way to survive. Branch,Barlow.. I initially thought he was comptemplating suicide but then figured that was just not his personality. As for the ending didnt Barlow have his shotgun open over his shoulder? 1:06 pm. So this summer, the next season will appear there! Season 3s Wanted Man featuring Peter Weller was one of the strongest episodes. Unless there is something business wise (contract negotiations going on?) I finally thought to Google longmire owl symbol and found a great article from June 4, 2012 interviewing Craig Johnson. It was only five minutes before the end of the episode when this happened, and we were still confused but only briefly. Another indication of people not liking storyline or direction ( not necessarily regarding Walt/Vic) is the decline in viewership. What exactly was Branchs dads motive in killing Walts wife? It seems it would be harder than simply walking in and having Walt say okay then but not impossible. Arcs settled. Though Walt had successfully been found innocent despite the efforts of Barlow's associates. I just dont see Branch getting into big business, he seems to really love law enforcement and digging into the truth of crimes, even if that truth exposed his father. But I would record the Jon Tenney spinoff and still watch Longmire. Barlow did seem a bit shaky there at the end. The person he hired killed the person that killed her. 4:50 pm. Just curious. I concur everyone is entitled to their opinion. Thanks for a place to express my pent up thoughts, lol. Advertisement "You may be innocent, but your friend Henry is not," Fales said, leaving Walt facing a difficult situation. 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? fantastic drama, pulse-pounding action and emotional catharsis. Also Ive finally come to accept the Walt & Vic relationship. Why this and why that? Instead we get the same cliffhanger of Branch in danger as last season. August 5, 2014 @ It is only natural, that these two with similar personalities and needs would eventually be drawn together. Heres hoping Longmire returns for Season 4, because there are so many questions that still need to be answered. Was it just a device to let us hear Marthas voice as Walt was going to spread her ashes or was there more significance? Walt then kills Barlow, avenging Branch and Martha. My guess is yes. And how do Baldwin/Coveney, the producers, fit into the picture in terms of ownership and clout? Michael M. Robin is an executive producer on Longmire and also serves as executive producer on Dallas, The Closer, Major Crimes and as consulting producer on the first two seasons of Rizzoli & Isles. In 2015, Branch's body was found down by the river by Walt Longmire, Vic Moretti, and The Ferg. Barlows hiring of Ridges to kill Walts wife was more likely a power play to get rid of a potential adversary in the Sheriffs office, replacing him with his own son. Emerald Hey that must be why they killed off the REALLY insubordinate male deputy. redapple2 Malachi needs to go down for his corruption and treatment of Henry if nothing else. The mugging was to appear like it was for drug money. In the back of the sheriffs vehicle, David Ridges (David Midthunder) lies dead. Looking forward to season 4! He's often hard on his nephew, even though . I do like Branch and Cady together but think he has as much to do to earn his way back into her good graces as he does to Walts. I felt like it represented Marthas spirit somehow. Ashes to Ashes wrapped up a couple more of the main arcs and ended with a riveting season finale that was quite satisfying for this Longmire fan. A&E needs to promote it more and show it at an earlier time so that MORE people can watch. I need to go back and look at it to see if they talked about the owl but maybe not because it is not a vision. [b]PerilPress[/b], Ive always liked Gerald McRaney going way back to Simon & Simon and Im kinda hoping hes not mortally wounded and sticks around a little more to add spice to these exceptional storylines. Who called Walts home phone? Never liked his fathers character. Great show. Nothing really happened between Vic and Walt. djrandall9 Please be back with season 4 soon. I cannot imagine Cady ever getting romantically involved with Branch again. First, I have never watched a show where the actors do a better job of appearing authenic. Since we were new to the series, we watched from the beginning and got hooked ! It may be its ultimate downfall which would be a shame. 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! First, can you tell us a little about your new series, Crossfire, on Britbox? Thanks for letting me vent. Andrey is a coach, sports writer and editor. The season finale was funny, exciting, and heartbreaking. Ive had the same problem with getting new people to get interested in Longmire, though, that [b]Dog[/b] expressed. Dog, I agree with your Walt/Vic comments, they have been encumbered by the story arcs. Walt Longmire (Robert Taylor) finds Branch Connally (Bailey Chase) walking down the road, shotgun in hand. Cheers for Season 4! Not surprisingly, Walt wasn't taking his calls. August 6, 2014 @ I loved Vics line when Walt was apologizing for punching her and she said Seriously its the best thing thats happened to me all week. You never saw Branch actually die. Spot on acting from Robert Taylor and the direction was pitch perfect. I dont want to see Branch turn into the nemisis of the Sheriffs department. Remember when Walt told Barlow that he thought the shooter was getting back at Barlow through Branch? I dont think Branch was killed. I hope they do surprise me! Bringem Back!! 10:30 pm. In case you dont know already the people behind The Closer are the mostly the same people behind Longmire. I wouldnt write him out until the divorce, although hes proven himself to be a coward in the face of dangernot Vics type. Lots more too about the Longmire books and TV show, glad I found it. I was not being harsh IMO, I will explain in a minute, and those I referred to as haters/trolls are NOT on this site. I wish I knew more about the contractual relationship between Warner/Horizon and A&E. Great writing, solid acing performances. Weve waited for three seasons for Longmire to start to reveal who is responsible for killing Walts wife, and with that in mind, we had some very big expectations for the finale. Even in Unquiet Mind I slapped my forehead and said of course the owl that leads Walt to the cabin that was essential for him to survive falling in a a river in winter on the mountain was Martha. In case one breaks) Henrys joyous head through the open window ride . I dont think Hector would have kept old notes around. Did you hear his say that he cant make another fortune but he could make another son ? [b]shrummer[/b], Im sure some fans were disappointed but I like the natural way its developing and it would have been a bit much for Walt to say goodbye to Martha and getting together with Vic in the same show. Shortly after, I laughed out loud when Vic and Longmire walk into the Red Pony and Henry (Lou Diamond Phillips) asks what happened. They only have three shows drawing any sizeable audience Longmire, Bates Hotel and DD (I have never watched either of the last two). austinmoose If you tried to ask about the season 1 DVD or when it would show up on Netflix you got no answers and Netflix hadnt even heard about it. Of course we wont get a 4th season. Havent seen her lately . Additionally, why not take out Walt? Katee tweeted something about S4 already but my guess is they told her to reserve her before officially announcing A&E wouldnt end another show with a main character in mortal danger would they..ie Glades Matt seems to have landed OK though on USA Network. Unfortunately, now he may be dead. It was a right between the eyes message to the viewers: look at this, if you didnt get it before this is a man of huge passions who keeps them tightly reigned. Communi-Fan 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. If Barlow is dead, he is going to need Walt more than ever. became too much for NEW viewers to overcome. Walt saying goodbye to his wife was an unforgettable moment. Elementary has a good song selection, too. Randy, I played the scene several times to see if by the shotguns empty cartridge I could tell because there was red and a silver casings and they show that final spent shell. I caught up some via On Demand and this years AE pre-season but not until I bought Season 1/2 and binge watched it (highly recommended) did I get to see ALL of the previous episodes. In a way, hes a lot like Walt in that he just wouldnt be comfortable with the dirty dealings of his fathers business. The show was given ten extra minutes in order to properly try to answer that question. 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