Taylor Sheridan Fires Back At Hollywood Critics Over ‘Landman’ Drama

Taylor Sheridan Isn't Holding Back

Taylor Sheridan is setting the record straight about his critics and isn't losing sleep over Hollywood's opinions. In a fiery response on "The Bill Simmons Podcast," the mastermind behind 'Landman' made it clear that he remains unfazed by the critics' saltiness:

“The critics are going to come after me. The critics and me – I don't care what they think, and it annoys the s--- out of them that I don't care," Sheridan snapped.

His unbothered attitude is making waves worldwide, as Sheridan stands his ground on how he crafts his narratives.

Defending Choices and Characters

Sheridan took a moment to address the backlash concerning Demi Moore's screen time in Season 1 of 'Landman.' He emphasized that the critics' claims of underutilizing the star were misplaced, insisting that Moore knew her character, Cami, would get a bigger slice of the spotlight in the second season. "I'm underutilizing [Moore], can't write for women, all this nonsense. Then I'm going to kill your husband and you're going to have to run the oil company," Sheridan elaborated, revealing the storytelling twists that await.

He intentionally positioned Cami in the background, only to thrust her into the limelight once her husband, portrayed by Jon Hamm, exited the scene. With Cami now at the helm of the oil company, viewers can expect explosive developments as Season 2 unfolds.

Pursuing Audience Impact Over Awards

For Sheridan, the true measure of success isn't a trophy but the impact his work has on audiences. Despite receiving Emmy nods for his projects, he's not focused on the award circuit. "You're not going to win no Emmys with me, but I'm not trying to win Emmys. That's not my goal," he declared. Instead, Sheridan's mission is to create shows that grip, entertain, and provoke thought – a philosophy that has resonated with audiences globally.

Having gained recognition from films like 'Sicario' and 'Hell or High Water,' Sheridan's transition to TV with 'Yellowstone' featuring Kevin Costner catapulted him to new heights. The show's massive success, coupled with its spinoffs, has cemented Sheridan as a force to be reckoned with, continuing to expand his repertoire with original series across genres.