As a seasoned gamer with over two decades under my belt, I can confidently say that the recent teaser for The Last of Us Season 2 has sent shivers down my spine and left me with a sinking feeling in the pit of my stomach. With its emotional musical moments, intense reactions from Ellie, and lingering shots of Joel, it seems like they’re preparing us for the inevitable – the heart-wrenching demise of one of the most beloved characters in gaming history.
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On one hand, my half that loves TV can hardly wait until 2025 for the debut of The Last of Us Season 2. On the other hand, my side that thrives on horror gaming is content to wait indefinitely given the grim prospects for Joel’s fate in the second game. However, with its approach on HBO alongside other horror series, the show’s arrival is imminent. To mark The Last of Us Day, HBO even unveiled a Season 2 teaser featuring plenty of fresh footage.
This exciting mix of Joel and Ellie is intertwined with numerous new cast members from The Last of Us series. Notable additions include Jeffrey Wright’s character, Isaac Dixon, the head of the Washington Liberation Front, and Kaitlyn Dever’s role as Abby, the primary antagonist for the second part of the original story. If you haven’t seen the trailer yet, take a look at it below before continuing!
Now let’s delve into the somber emotions echoed by Pedro Pascal’s character Joel, who finds himself traversing a dismal path in Season 2, reminiscent of the game, contrary to our expectations that the live-action adaptation might bring something new.
Moment #1: Joel Seems To Be In Therapy
In the upcoming Season 2, Catherine O’Hara will be appearing as a character whose specific role is still under wraps; however, the trailer suggests she’ll be playing a therapist for Joel. The snippets of their session hint that she might be inquiring about the actions he took during the Season 1 finale, when Joel made the decision to save Ellie from scientists at Firefly who intended to sacrifice her as part of their quest to find a cure for the cordyceps virus.
In Season 1, we learn that Joel grapples with anxiety, especially during tense situations, which are abundant in this world. Given these circumstances, it’s understandable that he might seek counsel, even amidst the post-apocalypse. However, if Joel reveals his past transgressions to someone, there’s no going back on that revelation, and he can’t guarantee the information won’t leak.
Moment #2: Abby Looking Peeved At Someone’s Grave
One significant twist in the video game, though not yet definitively confirmed for the TV series adaptation of “The Last of Us,” involves Joel’s killing of a surgeon at the Seattle hospital who happens to be Abby, Kaitlyn Dever’s character’s father. It’s no surprise that she would seek retribution given this revelation.
In the trailer, when Abby sternly gazes at an unknown grave, I can’t help but sense a chilly demeanor. If it’s her father’s, it certainly foreshadows her thirst for vengeance. However, I’m not entirely convinced that this is indeed her father’s resting place; it could be one of the other characters from her group who meets a grim fate at the hands of Joel, Ellie, or Tommy. Regardless, Abby appears poised and determined, as if she’s about to unleash laser-like intensity through someone’s core.
Moment #3: A Likely Shot From Joel And Ellie’s Final Conversation
Experiencing Joel and Ellie playing guitar in the sneak peek of Season 2 almost reduced me to tears, as these musical instances profoundly resonate with the emotional heart of the game. Although there might be a scene earlier in the story where Joel is seen strumming on the porch, this image is undeniably associated with the ending of Part II, symbolizing their last conversation before Ellie breaks away and departs from him.
The emotional and introspective scenes from the video games are among the most impactful, and I believe the TV series could benefit from exploring these moments in a new setting rather than saving them for a season finale climax. However, it doesn’t matter how or when this “final conversation” occurs; having it in Season 2 significantly reduces the chances of Joel making it to Season 3.
Moment #4: Ellie’s Agonizing Screams
In Season 1, Ellie undeniably experienced poignant moments, and Bella Ramsey delivered outstanding performances to portray those feelings. However, a scene from the trailer suggests that Ellie is witnessing something incredibly gruesome, perhaps the worst thing one could ever imagine. It’s likely that only a few events would be powerful enough to provoke such an intense response from her. Among these potential triggers, the most probable seems to be observing Joel’s demise.
In a just perspective, she might also be observing the demise of her girlfriend Dina, although that’s not exactly a pleasant thought to contemplate. It could potentially be Tommy or one of the other survivors Ellie bonds with during her perilous journey, but it’s quite challenging to envision her reacting so intensely to anything besides her makeshift paternal figure.
Moment #5: That Final, Lingering Shot Of Joel
In a hypothetical scenario, if the Season 2 teaser were shorter and only showed Ellie and Joel at the table, with Joel displaying a quiet, heartfelt pride instead of trying to be excessively dramatic, it might symbolize the show saying, “Savor these moments, everyone, as you bid farewell to this beloved father.” This paraphrase aims to convey the same sentiment but in a more natural and less aggressive tone.
It’s quite possible that Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann might offer fans an unexpected turn in the confrontation between Abby and Joel from the game, a twist that veers off to the left and creates quite a stir. However, I don’t expect them to take this route as they have been focused on preserving the main storyline, with exceptions made for richer character development not previously explored due to the game’s fixed point of view, such as in Bill and Frank’s Emmy-winning episode. Instead, I believe they will stick to their guns, and I predict this decision will move many fans deeply.
Instead of waiting idly for the premiere of Season 2 of “The Last of Us”, which currently lacks a confirmed release date, why not fill your time with these suggested TV series to keep you entertained until its expected 2025 airing?
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2024-09-26 21:37