With just one more episode left—the series finale is set for Dec. 22—Blackstone is hurtling along. The show is dense, with lots of moving parts and some storylines that have been around for several seasons. That’s a lot to try and wrap up with just two hours left, and I’m pretty sure not everything will … Continue reading Blackstone prepares for the end
I’ll never skip reviewing episodes of Blackstone again. Of course this is the final season, but by skipping reviewing the last two weeks, I missed out on opining at length about two major characters. Two weeks ago, Julian Black Antelope turned in an incredible performance as Darrien Tailfeathers. The man everyone has loved to hate … Continue reading Blackstone’s new/old chief
It’s kind of ironic that the focus of Tuesday’s Blackstone return dealt with happiness. APTN’s drama, ending after this final fifth season, hasn’t featured a lot of lightness or positivity. Instead, it’s reflected the real issues affecting Native Canadians, from alcoholism and drug use to sexual abuse and murder. So, to hear the word happy … Continue reading Blackstone returns seeking happiness
From Fish Griwkowsky of the Edmonton Journal: Edmonton TV series Blackstone premières fifth and final season Just don’t hold your breath on a happy ending for everyone involved. One of Blackstone’s great strengths is its acid-scarred realism, portrayed grittily by a terrific cast, including Steven Cree Molison, Carmen Moore, Eric Schweig and Michelle Thrush. Not … Continue reading Link: Edmonton TV series Blackstone premières fifth and final season
It’s the end of the road for Blackstone: APTN’s gritty, award-winning drama will conclude with a final eight episodes next month. “It’s been quite a run and when I say ‘No. 5,’ I’m a little shocked,” says Ron E. Scott, Blackstone‘s writer, executive producer and director. “The show still has a lot of momentum, people … Continue reading APTN’s Blackstone ending after five seasons
