Sobey Martin only directed two episodes of Gunsmoke.. this one and "The Bad One". Neither episode is memorable (other than being lackluster). Granted, writers provide their share of quality or the lack thereof, but it's ultimately the Director who creates the spark and emotion. He simply couldn't come close to the levels of excellence Harry Harris Jr., Norman McDonald and Bernard McEveety offered.
As for Root Down, any pretty girl no matter how sheltered a life would go gaga for Chester. For that we can thank the writers.
As for Root Down, any pretty girl no matter how sheltered a life would go gaga for Chester. For that we can thank the writers.