Billy Bob Thornton has firmly defended his Landman co-star Ali Larter amid criticism of her portrayal of Angela Norris, a character some viewers have labeled as “cartoonish” or overly exaggerated. Thornton, who plays Angela’s ex-husband Tommy Norris in the Paramount+ series, dismissed the backlash by pointing to the authenticity of Larter’s performance.

“You ever been to Dallas? Just go down there and believe me, Ali is on every other corner,

Thornton emphasized that Angela’s character is grounded in reality, reflecting the vibrant personalities found in regions like Dallas-Fort Worth. He acknowledged that while Angela might appear heightened to some, such personalities are not uncommon in certain areas.

Ali Larter also addressed the criticism, defending her character’s complexity and embracing Angela’s unapologetic confidence and sexuality. In an interview with Elle, Larter stated:

“I want to show all sides of a woman, and how a woman feels about her body and her sexuality. So finding that, embracing that, has been a big deal — and very different from how I am in my everyday life. But I know women like [Angela]. And I kind of wish I was like her more in my early 20s.”

Larter highlighted that Angela is more than a one-dimensional character, portraying a woman who is both bold and multifaceted. She emphasized the importance of representing diverse female experiences on screen

Landman, created by Taylor Sheridan, continues to explore complex characters and narratives, with Angela Norris standing out as a testament to the show’s commitment to nuanced storytelling.(