Not sure if that is due to some film doctoring that is beyond my understanding. S3 was too much serial story. Still, having Barlow as the mastermind was inspired writing. Skyler nearly killed herself for walt's actions too. 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. Walt Longmire (Robert . [b]snowdogmom[/b], 100% support more Lucian Connally and having him partner up with Walt again. Hopefull, if there is a S4, they can move forward much more freely. years(!) No, Walt does not find out that Barlow killed his wife. I read somewhere last year that they had come under new management. In case one breaks) Henrys joyous head through the open window ride . For basic cable, I would suggest TNT. My guess on the ending: Barlow tried and failed to kill Branch. This is especially true of Henry Standing Bear. This is a great cast. I believe the scene was added, along with Branch visiting the corpse, to throw some suspicion (a red herring) his way that he was capable of swiping the body. Robert W. Hamlett And thank you. I dont think Hector would have kept old notes around. Of course we wont get a 4th season. The official moment he was free and the plan worked was beyond emotional. Barlow needed the Casino in the county to further his business interests, so he has her killed. That was my conclusion also. 5:07 am. I do have to note, though, that Branchs father did not say that he paid to have Walts wife killed. Regardless, I think that Vic is one of the few good female characters on tv. Nothing really happened between Vic and Walt. became too much for NEW viewers to overcome. While the battle of the ballot between Branch and Walt wasn't waged in this season finale of "Longmire" (Sun., 10 p.m. I hope we hear by the end of August. Barlow had Walt's wife killed because she was leading the charge against a proposed Casino in the county. August 7, 2014 @ IMO, the writers gamble failed. Walt and Vic will ruin a perfect working relationship if they move to a personal relationship. I cant see that person living in the half finished cabin or driving that Casi-NO bumper-stickered car. I concur everyone is entitled to their opinion. note(s) (requests) in it. There did not seem time for this without Branch taking some kind of action. Longmire is the best show on TV PERIOD! Why did Barlow have Walt's wife killed? wonderful season ender season 4 newel should really be a no brainer. Both the Walt and Vic characters have been encumbered, by the writers, with way too much baggage. August 5, 2014 @ But if he did, he died redeemed. pboyers austinmoose Walt then kills Barlow, avenging Branch and Martha. look at two n half men . It seems relatively invisible/ignored in the entertainment media. 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. My husband thinks Im nuts and it was just makeup or war paint. In a way, hes a lot like Walt in that he just wouldnt be comfortable with the dirty dealings of his fathers business. 6:41 am. ! moments (insert voice of Annie Savoy, Susan Sarandans character in Bull Durham, responding to Crash Davis little speech about what he believes in in matters of the heart) Ive ever seen on TV. they deserve to stay on for several more seasons. Unless there is something business wise (contract negotiations going on?) If Ridges had killed Branch at the end of last season, this season would have been even more dark and intense as they investigated his murder. Thats true of most of the top TV shows though. Lingerie needs to come back. I think Henry will start doing what Hector would do because of the guilt he feels about Hectors death, Kate11208 This season has really kept my interest and the cliffhanger of who survives the Branch/Barlow shootout has me waiting for next season even more than the who shot JR one on the original Dallas!. IMO (2 cents), I think Barlow killed himself, thus setting Branch free to be his own man, thus creating another son, not created in his fathers image. Im going to go out on a shaky limb and say that there is the possibility Branch and Barlow did not shoot at one another. I initially thought he was comptemplating suicide but then figured that was just not his personality. It might also gain him an offer to return as a Deputy, though I wonder whether hed take it. Were we really going to get the answers that we wanted? [b]Dog[/b], Interesting theory. The official moment he was free and the plan worked was beyond emotional. And thank you, [b]snowdogmom[/b], for being a part of the conversation here each week. Please bring the Longmire BACK even if it re runs. 5:52 am. Was Longmire on his way to confront Connelly? August 5, 2014 @ They rant against those with a well thought out objection, not only against those who just state they hate Vic. Cheers for Season 4! However, once we got near the end of the episode, thats when some of our anxiety really started to settle in. Lou Diamond Phillips is the epitome of elegance and eloquence. Hopefully in season 4 we will see more humorous interactions between Walt and Henry, I would love to know more about their history, and of course it would be great to see Walt and Vic finally have some happiness together. Normally we have to wait for weddings for this type of, Remember last week when I praised House of the Dragon for not holding our hands while it zoomed through the story? I was surprised at Henry pouring one for Cady, hes enabling her. BTW, as to Branch firing a warning shot Remember the Owl showed up the messenger of death. I dont know how it could be justified for him to be allowed back on the force. I appreciate you lurking, bungluna! are for watching things over a year old, LOL. A&E gets first right of refusal, and then any other network could work out a deal with Warner. 10 episodes is pretty good for a season. August 5, 2014 @ 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. Bringem Back!! To characterize some viewers as haters or trolls because they have different view about characters or storylines is a bit harsh and unfair. Perhaps, blackmail from Ridges. The finale had fewer viewers than the season premiere. DrewOFB, you are welcome. But then I have never seen Martha as some sweet little wife who just waved Walt off in the morning with a take care of yourself dear and went back in the house to bake a pie and do some knitting while she waited for him to come home in the evening with his supper ready for him. I agree with many of you, if there is a S4, it should be better (and easier to join) with individual weekly episodes without so much undercurrent. I cannot imagine Cady ever getting romantically involved with Branch again. Watched the last episdoe for season 3 and immediately jumped on this forum to see what all were thinking. If Barlow is dead, he is going to need Walt more than ever. Im sure the writers have been to all the boards and taken note of viewers feelings, hence the change in the Gorski affair storyline. Not everyone has read the book series and what they know of the characters is from the tv series. Several times in the finale tonight it showed Walts dashboard with a white hand print. Let us know in the comments below. It seems too easy and common. Barlow then revealed a knife and stabbed himself twice, further framing Walt for his murder right in front of him. 11:08 pm. 2:11 am. 3:23 am. I mean it was a continuing success for A&E even with a dip in the third season. August 5, 2014 @ [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. In " Breaking Bad ," Walter White 's descent from mild-mannered family man to murderous meth kingpin . Barlow had a shotgun and to use this to shoot Branch he would have to standup and turn around. Ive enjoyed the weekly re-caps, as there is always some little gem that I missed while watching. So as you said we all have a right to our opinion and that is mine. Also, thank you for stopping by. Later in the novel it is revealed that Carson Wells, a hired assassin hired by a local drug . Vic should have just been divorced from the start. He is the predecessor to Walt Longmire. Wasnt expecting the possibility of Branchs dad being the person responsible for Marthas death. However, I think TNT is planning another Major Crimes spinoff with Jon Tenney (Fritz) as head of LAPD Special Ops after retiring from the FBI and I bet they slot that after Major Crimes. I have to say the Baldwin/Coveny written episodes are my favorites. I just think the writers wont get it right and ruin the whole. I dont know remember how much is revealed about Martha in Craig Johnsons books besides the fact that they met very young, 20-21 and anything more is sketchy but there are a couple novels in the series I have not read yet. 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. 9:24 pm. Hope they do more of the funny one liners and really missed Walt and Henry playing off one another this season. Most of the posters here are way ahead of me in the nuances of this tv series. While Branch and Barlow are trap shooting and talking about the business, Branch gets his father to admit his connections to Nighthorse. Do they have to pay Warner Horizon Televison everytime they show an episode and it costs double during prime-time or something? I noticed the writers tried to fix that by claiming that Vic did not know he was married, but by then of course, it was too little, too late. lou diamond is a good actor. The vast majority of the time, this sort of thing in a finale leads to them finding a way to survive. [b]01whitty[/b], Im sure that was what Barlow was counting on but he was also taking a very big risk that Walt doesnt throw himself into his work to overcome his loss and work through the pain. 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