Ethan Hawke plays a Tulsa bookstore owner who sidelines as an investigative journalist. After a man kills himself (Tim Blake Nelson), the trail to his death involves a corrupt politician (Kyle MacLachlan) and more. In many ways, this is a typical neo-noir, but what helps it stand out is the characters. In addition to Nelson, who’s quietly quirky, Hawke creates a guy who’s more a mess than a success and there are others who add to the appeal (including Peter Dinklage). Creator Sterlin Harjo is best known for his enjoyable series “Reservation Dogs” and this has a darker approach with a witty lining. He’s created a pulp world with plenty that goes wrong and engaging characters to keep it interesting. (Review based on six out of 8 one-hour eps) 
(3 / 5)
