Ali Larter plays a complex ex-wife in Taylor Sheridan’s new TV show, Landman. This portrayal is different from the usual one in a high-stakes story about problems in the Texas oil industry.
Angela Norris, played by Larter, goes through a lot after her marriage falls apart because of a downturn in the oil business. Larter plays a complex role opposite Billy Bob Thornton, balancing co-parenting and personal strength.
“In Taylor, she makes strong women who are not just stereotypes,” Larter said in a recent interview. It becomes clear that she is a complicated person trying to keep her family together while facing big emotional and financial problems.
The show is based on the popular podcast “Boomtown” and examines how the oil boom changed West Texas. Through human stories, it looks at how the industry changes local economies, climates, and political landscapes.
As Larter shot nonstop for five months in Fort Worth, Texas, the project presented him with unique problems. Many of her early scenes were filmed over FaceTime with Thornton, which was a clever way to make their long-distance conversations feel more real.
Michelle Randolph plays Ainsley, the couple’s teenage daughter, who also stars in the movie. Larter calls Ainsley “the heart and soul of this show,” which highlights the complicated mother-daughter bond at the heart of the story.
Larter said, “Angela is all heart.” “She’s a powerhouse who deeply loves her family and will do anything to keep them together.” Her acting shows that the character is both emotional and determined.
The show’s ensemble cast, which includes well-known players like Demi Moore, Jon Hamm, and Colm Feore, gives it more depth. New episodes air on Paramount+ every week, giving viewers an interesting look into the tough lives of families who work in the oil business.
