Very Bad Wizards Bonus Episode: Top 5 Deadwood Characters
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Mar 17, 2020 Two friends debate their top five characters from Deadwood with lively, often profane banter. They praise the show's poetic foul-mouthed dialogue, historical Wild West setting, and tight seasons. Conversations dive into complex villains like Al and Cy, compassionate figures like Doc and Calamity Jane, and surprising small acts that humanize brutal characters.
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Cy As Local Devil Figure
- Cy Tolliver functions as a satanic local evil who contrasts with Al's pragmatic authority.
- The show uses visual cues and lines to render Cy as a cold, possessive antagonist.
Walcott's Small, Troubling Grace
- Francis Walcott exemplifies savage, psychopathic violence but also shows rare, small human gestures.
- Those unexpected moments complicate pure villainy and deepen the show's moral texture.
Jane's Cantankerous Heart
- Calamity Jane blends comic cantankerousness with a tender heart, especially in caregiving roles.
- When given purpose, she briefly recovers dignity and pride, revealing depth beyond her alcoholism.
