The network that nearly inflicted The Kennedys on us redeems itself wholly with Hatfields & McCoys. From its fiendishly clever writing to its pitch-perfect cast, this intimate epic is deservedly poised to dominate the Emmy tally. The most deserving of its nominations will belong to Mare Winningham, who looks so distraught in every frame it's enough to tear your heart out. But there's no weak link here as the understated Bill Paxton and Kevin Costner graciously share their screentime with accomplished newcomers Lindsay Pulsipher and the impossibly photogenic Matt Barr.
It's hard to justify the miniseries' five hour runtime considering this family feud goes in such circles. Nevertheless, there are consistent rewards in each of the three parts. Kevin Reynolds competently navigates action sequences, dramatic confrontations, and private romantic moments that hardly suggest the same heavy hand that helmed Waterworld.
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