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The first Season was awesome to watch, a never seen disease turns into a pandemic causing havoc around the world and now a smuggler and a immune girl (only hope for humanity) must survive the infected people, a dictatorial system and some rebel groups to find the cure for the survival of humankind.

The first season of this apocalyptic survival drama is one the best I came across with each character has their own character development story and how they have survived all the events unfolding around them.

The Second season is more on revenge, pretty high on emotional quotient and less on survival and finding cure, which will probably be extended into season 3. A perfect survival drama has turned into a series for personal vendetta and revenge.

Since the Last of Us part II game itself has uncertain ending, I hope Craig Mazin finds the magic pen to write a perfect ending be it in Season 3 or Season 4 or beyond, otherwise another series which has perfect start will end like Game of Thrones.

When I first heard about The Last of Us I couldn't wait to see it because I absolutely loved the video game. On top of that I'm a fan of Pedro Pascal and HBO has a long history of making the best shows on tv. Then I saw the trailers and my excitement grew even more. Well, it's pretty bad. It's not the worst thing I've ever seen but I had to force myself to finish the first season. I kept telling myself that it would get better but it never did. Like many have already said it's not like the game at all. I could've gotten past that if it was entertaining enough but it's not. Even though the first season wasn't the best I still have the second season a chance and it's been much worse. They got rid of the best part of the show and their lead. Why? I get you want to have a show where anything can happen but killing off your lead and the most talented actor on your show is not smart.

Did they really have to do this.. why would the makers of such a great season 1, will infect themselves to ruin everything for themselves and the viewers... I'm so disgusted...please don't watch season 2 or if you do then just stop after first 2 episodes. That's it.. S1 has left such impressive memories of careful writing, acting, direction and everything. Now it has turned into a teen comedy show .. so unnecessary.. they should've stopped at season 1 for it to be remembered as one of the best apocalypse drama.. even the main character of Ellie has lost all its charisma, valour and personality. Just don't watch if you like S1.

Season 2 of The Last of Us is a textbook example of how a strong foundation can be squandered. What began as a series marked by emotional gravity, narrative precision, and grounded character choices has devolved into a hollow, melodramatic shell of its former self.

The shift in tone is jarring. Where season 1 built tension through moral ambiguity and careful pacing, season 2 leans into teen drama tropes, complete with romantic angst, overacted grief, and emotional scenes that often defy internal logic. The world these characters inhabit is supposedly brutal and unforgiving - yet their decisions increasingly ignore this reality.

Take the central revenge arc. The idea that two young adults - essentially still kids - would set out on a cross-country revenge mission against a group they barely understand, with no intel on terrain, no backup plan, and no clear objective, is absurd. The only rationale offered is "Ellie is immune" - as if that cancels out every tactical and survival risk. You could chalk this up to youthful recklessness, but the way it's presented lacks nuance, weight, or even basic plausibility. It feels lazy, not tragic.

Some moments are outright implausible within the established logic of the world.

Structurally, the season fails completely. Abby, a central character in the second game, only appears in the final scene - setting up "Day One" in Seattle. The game gained emotional complexity by letting players experience the conflict from both sides. The series opts instead for a full season of one-sided buildup with no payoff. It feels like narrative stalling: all setup, no substance.

I never played the games, but I don't need to. What's on screen should stand on its own - and it doesn't. This season abandons the brutal realism that made the world believable, and instead becomes a stylized coming-of-age story in a world that was never meant to be romanticized.

A generous 4/10 - purely out of respect for season 1, and the world that once was.

***" Update after watching the full series ****

Well I think overall Id give this a 7 or 8, the opening episode was definitely a 9 the rest of the show would be getting either 7 or 8s depending on how appealing they were to me.

Everything was well made, well acted, well shot etc. The brutality of it all was maintained throughout. I watched some of the game footage on you tube and there is a lot here that is identical to the game so thats a plus for fans of the game plus it works for a TV show so kudos to the game makers.

The story and overlying themes are very simple and relate to parenting and how we protect our children or the young.

It could have had more Cordyceps and more action in places but this was more of a drama surrounding the struggles of a broken world.

Overall ill give it an 8 out of 10 a very good Tv Show that stays loyal to its source and was very well produced.

**** Update *******

Ill start by saying I've never played the games, I've no idea how true to the source it is.

The first episode was very impressive, they told hold back here and emotionally you are involved quite early on.

The prologue was informative but understated, The opening was brilliant and as good as anything you would see in a movie.

The middle section is good and paced well to provide enough information going forward as to the objective the players and whats happened to the world outside.

The episode ends at the start of an adventure.... I hope this quality remains throughout the show so the adventure is as good as the opening ( a hard act to follow ).

Ive enjoyed the characters so far, not all likeable but our lead Pedro Pascal is familiar and trustworthy and does a good job. Bella Ramsey of Game of Thrones fame plays the female lead, I really hated her in Game of Thrones, her acting is a bit less wooden here so I hope I don't end up hating her in this. So far she has been fine.

Its only 1 episode but its probably a 9 out of 10. I would be shocked if they can keep up this sort of standard and narrative throughout the series. Having said that there is plenty of scope for some interesting scenes. Im not a big fan of Zombie films or shows but can find them entertaining. ( I found Black Summer S2 brilliant )

I hope this doesn't turn out to be just another zombie show.

9/10 ( Ep1)

"The Last of Us," the highly-anticipated HBO series based on the critically acclaimed video game of the same name, is a truly remarkable viewing experience that will leave you captivated from start to finish. The show expertly adapts the game's powerful storytelling and characters for the small screen, delivering a thrilling and emotionally charged journey through a post-apocalyptic world ravaged by a deadly fungus.

One of the show's greatest strengths is its commitment to character development and emotional depth. Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey give outstanding performances as Joel and Ellie, respectively, and the script does a masterful job of exploring the complex bond that forms between them as they navigate the dangers of a fallen society. The series also manages to expand on the game's already rich world-building, delving deeper into the politics and power struggles of the remaining human settlements.

The direction and production design are also top-notch, with the series effectively capturing the gritty, desperate feel of a world on the brink of collapse. The cinematography and score also deserve special mention, adding to the overall atmosphere of the show and amplifying the emotional impact of key scenes. The special effects used in the series are also outstanding and adds to the cinematic feel of the show.

The series also delves into the psychological and emotional impact of the characters, and the audience can see the gradual change in the characters throughout the series. The script is well written and leaves a lasting impact on the audience. The pacing of the series is also well done and keeps the audience engaged throughout the show.

Overall, "The Last of Us" is a must-watch for fans of the game and newcomers alike. The series manages to stay true to the source material while also standing on its own as a masterful piece of storytelling. It's a thrilling and ultimately hopeful, tale of survival and humanity in the face of unimaginable horror that will leave you in awe.

It is the storytelling, powerful performances, and the intense atmosphere that will leave you captivated and sets it apart as an unforgettable watch. The series also raises some thought-provoking questions about the nature of humanity and the lengths we will go to survive. It's a series that will stay with you long after you've finished watching it."

First of all, I'd like to make it clear that I'm writing this review having only watched the episode and never having played the game or researched anything about it.

The first episode had everything we can expect from an introduction of a new series, it was intense, exciting, it held our attention at every minute creating a hostile atmosphere even in the most ordinary scenes.

The construction of the post-apocalyptic world was done perfectly, showing us the origin of the end, and leaving us looking forward to what will come after.

The next episodes have everything to be even better. Well done!

As a huge fan of The Last of Us games, I know these games through and through. I know the storyline and have immersed myself into the games. I know it all too well. So, when I heard The Last of Us series was in the works at HBO from Chernobyl creator Craig Mazin and The Last of Us creative director Neil Druckmann in 2020, I was so excited. They worked together to write and produce this project. I was nervous because I hope they would not to fail as in another video games like Resident Evil, Tomb Raider, Mortal Kombat, Doom, and more. Many video games always fail when adapted to television or movies because they don't respect the source material, and they just want to do their own thing. They just with the name for branding. That's why. But in, "The Last of Us", HBO did follow the source material well. I'm relieved! I watched the first episode of The Last of Us last night. It was the best video game adaptation I've ever seen! It was historic! It was the perfect episode! As I watched the series, I felt like I was back playing the game. The series was a wonderful balance of adding a more detailed backstory while maintaining the heart of the source material. I was impressed! Minor deviations are done very nicely. The cast is awesome and played their roles as they were in the game. To all the losers that who complained about how terrible Bella Ramsey is in the character portrayed as Ellie in the Last of Us; you are ignorant. Don't watch the series then, just go play the game and stay in the game and enjoy the character in the game all you want. It's so ridiculous! Open your mind! It's an adaptation! Bella did awesome in first episode. I can't wait to see how she does in the further episodes. Now I see All the Bella haters are very quiet today! Of course, incredible cinematography and awesome shots in the car and plane crash scenes. In my opinion those were the best scenes of the year! Lastly, it was everything I had hoped for as a The Last of Us fan. It was perfect, I am confident that this season is an already a masterpiece, I know this season isn't complete but I can tell it is an already masterpiece.

The first season of The Last of Us is a masterpiece of post-apocalyptic storytelling that will leave you wanting more. There is hardly anything to complain about, except for maybe the slight absence of the infected. However, this is a minor quibble when you consider the fantastic adaptation of the game, which seamlessly blends game elements with original ideas, stories and the history of the characters.

One of the most impressive aspects of the show for me is its stunning cinematography, which beautifully captures the desolate, haunting world of the post-apocalypse. The costumes and makeup are also noteworthy, adding a layer of realism to the show that truly immerses you in this dystopian landscape. But what truly makes The Last of Us so remarkable, in my personal opinion, is its cast of characters, brought to life by a talented ensemble of actors. In particular, the relationship between Joel and Ellie is a standout, with the two characters forming an unlikely bond that is both heartwarming and heart-wrenching. Joel, a stubborn and gruff survivor, becomes the reluctant protector of Ellie, a young girl and he is willing to sacrifice the whole world for her.

Despite the absence of the infected, The Last of Us is a series that deserves ten stars (decided to subtract a star because of the infected). The other aspects of the show, including its exceptional writing, outstanding acting, and captivating cinematography, more than make up for any minor flaws. If you're a fan of post-apocalyptic fiction or just great storytelling in general, The Last of Us is a must-watch. Get ready to be transported to a world unlike any other, where survival is the ultimate goal and the only thing that matters is the bond between those who are left.

So I gave the 5 stars because I really loved the first season of the show. I wanted to give this an 8 but the second season was just so painful to watch and ruined everything for me.

The first season has characters that we care for with a really great story. Every episode had me excited and I would be upset when it was done. I always thought, "an hour was not enough!" And couldn't wait for the next episode to come out. It truly was great tv.

Season 2 took a turn for the worst. I found myself losing my patience with the slow paced episodes and it made me feel like I was watching the walking dead instead. More focus on teen drama and how horrible humans are instead of the conflicts with zombies and surviving.

Somehow logic went out the window for most of these characters. Of all people, Ellie should know better. But they had to dumb her down in order to make their story progress in the direction they wanted it to.

Most of the characters are one dimensional and didn't make me care for them. The only one I was rooting for was Jesse as he had a sense of responsibility and care for others unlike Ellie who seems to forget about everyone else but herself and her quest for revenge.

We hardly saw any zombies except for the second episode. Introducing the more advanced zombies was absolutely pointless as we only get a total of 5 minutes of them being on screen. The weird cult seemed pointless as well, although I'm sure they'll circle back to it in season 3.

Bella Ramsey as Ellie was only good for portraying a kid in season 1, but she isn't a good fit for season 2 in a more mature role. Joel is the only character worth watching and it helps that we have a good actor like Pedro Pascal playing him. Ellie cannot carry the story alone and it's a shame that Joel was taken out so early on in season 2.

In conclusion, season 2 was so bad that I have no desire in watching season 3. It's all about dread and gives no point to anything any of the characters do. I recommend only watching season 1 and completely forget that they made a second season.

So first of all, this is a fantastic show and one of the better new shows of the past couple of years. If you couldn't already tell by my rating for some reason, I really enjoyed the show through and through. It is just unfortunate that some choices held back this show from perfection.

But I will first do the praises and talk about what's so good about the show and then I'll get to the problem I have with it.

So first of all, obviously, the acting in this show from everyone (except maybe for Kathleen) is fantastic and Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey are the stars of the show. Bella Ramsey got a lot of unwarranted backlash for her being cast as Ellie just because she didn't look as close to the character. But she definitely proved why she was a really good choice for it.

The show's premise and story are nothing you've never seen before. It would've been fairly original and fresh in 2013, especially for video games, but it still tries to make itself more unique and more distant from your average zombie story which I thought worked out really well. But there are still tropes and stories here you already know, so nothing that groundbreaking and original here. (Though not that this show has to be groundbreaking or anything,)

But this show does a great job as a live-action video game adaptation and I think it's safe to say that this is the best video game adaptation to date.

The production is just top-notch and aside from the occasional obvious green screens (and that's only if you're really zooming on it to find a flaw), the visual, CGI, and makeup are just top-notch and I really enjoyed this aspect of the show that they didn't cut corners on the set design and makeup for the zombies and the special effects for the rundown post-apocalyptic world of this show. The production value is really high and the visuals are just fantastic and they don't cheap out on not showing the run-down cities and ruins.

The music is mostly the same pieces from the game, especially the intro music, which I have zero problems with and I'm actually glad that they kept it for the show too because it's a fantastic piece. But the rest are mostly licensed music which are really good choices too for the show, but I don't think I noticed that much original new music for the show itself other than the finale. But still, no problem with it, just an observation.

They didn't screw this video game adaptation like dozen others by ruining the world, the characters, and the story. This show is mostly shot-for-shot recreation of the game, at least for the more iconic scenes, and I have zero problems with it. They do a really great job of keeping what best worked in the game and adapting to the live-action and adding and changing things to improve and maybe a little worsen it.

Though I must say I've never played the game, but I have watched a full walkthrough of it many years ago, but my recollection of the story only extends to the intro and the ending of it. So I'm not really reviewing this show from the perspective of someone who has played the game and knows the story well or trying to compare it.

Overall, I think everything in this show, apart from the writing which I'll get to it in a second, is top-notch and I really enjoyed watching it, and made me excited to play the remake when it comes to PC. I just wish I binged this show instead of watching it weekly though, because of the problem I'm gonna talk about now. And also, if you binge the show, you'll notice these problems and the rushedness of the story.

So the praising and the goods aside, let's get into what I have a problem with in this show and what I think hinders the show from being greater.

First, the second biggest problem in my opinion is Neil Druckmann's boner for flashbacks. This guy loves his flashbacks so much that he dedicated two full episodes of this show to them. He would make a whole movie and series that is just 99% flashbacks if you gave him full control. I just don't understand this guy's fascination with flashbacks and why he thinks it's a really good storytelling tool. I don't really have much against flashbacks, I don't care for them, but I don't hate hate them either. But when there are such big amounts of flashbacks in your story that it hurts the main storyline, then I have a beef with it.

If you're telling a story, you characterize your characters and develop them through your main storyline and plot. You don't flashback every 5 minutes so we could see what they did a couple of years ago. Sometimes flashbacks are a necessary tool to give your character more depth and I definitely prefer flashbacks to "tell don't show". But having entire 1-hour episodes dedicated to flashbacks, and then your main plotline getting 40 minutes is not it.

Now I think they did a great job with episode 3 and the only problem I had with it was that it wasn't more connected to the present plotline that makes one think what was even the point and it was a filler.

But comparing episode 3 to episode 7, you can see that they actually had something in episode 3 that they didn't have for episode 7. They actually told a really good story in episode 3 with good characters and great actors, and it was interesting enough to warrant a whole episode. But they didn't have enough material and also an interesting enough story to dedicate an entire episode to what we got in episode 7. I don't have a problem with them flashbacking to Left Behind which is a DLC of the game, I just think it would've worked better if the flashback and the main story moved side-by-side and the story didn't halt because we have to watch an hour of flashbacks now. That's the problem with these kinds of flashbacks, they halt the main story which is already barely developed to tell another story.

This leads to my biggest problem with the show, which is how rushed the story is, and the flashback episodes might be culprits.

Even though I don't remember much from the game, it is still obvious to me that they skipped a lot of plotlines to just do the main big events and be done with it. Most side characters don't even stay for two episodes, they are introduced in the episode, and they are killed at the end of that episode, apart from some other side characters that survive two or three episodes.

But my point is, what's the rush, and what's the point of putting this much effort into the great production and set designs and makeup and all the effort they put into making the show, just to rush through the story and skip on actual development?

This show would've been way better if we got more Joel and Ellie time and maybe not just jumping into the next plot point quickly without effective buildup and development. Hell, I even thought I skipped an episode when I started watching the finale since everything happened so fast and they don't really convey the sense of time. The last episode is so short that they could've skipped a little from the first part of it and attached the rest to the last episode to get a longer finale since they like skipping this much.

And I think most of these decisions are most probably because of budget restraints and this is probably the best thing could've come up with to compromise. But then again, they still could've put all that effort and budget that went into episode 7 (which I guess was cheaper than other episodes anyway since it was all indoors), and developed the main storyline more.

Another annoying thing they do is the fake-outs. Well, they're not technically fake-outs but I don't know what to call the trope. It's when they don't show someone getting bitten until after it happens. It's just a cheap trick for a "twist" and surprise that gets old really quickly.

The first time it happens it's great and works well for the story and characters. It's a great emotional gut punch. The second time is whatever. But doing it again and again? What's the point of it if you're gonna show it 10 seconds later? And also characters not knowing they've got bitten for some reason as if they can't feel being bitten? And don't give me that adrenaline crap because they would definitely feel it if they were getting bitten in the middle of fighting.

I don't have a problem if they do it once or twice, but doing it so much just cheapens the effect and becomes comical. They deliberately refuse to show them getting bitten or react to them until the reveal.

It reminds of another example of this that was in Moon Knight, which they just actually skipped action and not showed what happened. Literallly skipped the action even in the finale. It's just baffling. Also reminds of the Uncharted movie where things just magically teleport into the thieves' pockets and you have to believe they "stole" because the script says so, even though the two people didn't even get close to each other.

Another relatively small problem I had with the show is the character Kathleen and how the show's writers try to portray her and actually the actress they chose for it. Since I haven't seen her anywhere else before, I cannot say if her acting is bad or the casting director made a mistake, or she was intentionally miscast and misdirected on how to act as this character by the showrunner. But I won't get into it much, I think you can find many other reviews on the episodes she was in and see why people had a problem with her character.

Other than these couple of issues, I don't think I had much of a problem with the show as a whole and I enjoyed it overall, and though I think with these storytelling and writing problems, it's probably an 8/10, I'm still giving it a generous 9/10 since they performed a miracle by not totally fking up a video game adaptation beyond recognition and actually delivered the best video game adaptation ever, which is an achievement in itself.

I was skeptical when the show first went into developement and when gradually the cast was announced. I'm personally not a fan of Part 2 but I always somewhat had faith in HBO as HBO Originals are peak 90% of the time & they are some of my favourite shows of all time & for good reason. But I was still skeptical. But now that I got to watch the first episode at a screening, It was a lot better than I expected. A lot. Everything was on point. Like it's not a scene to scene adaptation of the game. But what it totally succeeds at is capturing the heart, lore, vibe, world of the The Last of Us. And with utter perfection. The acting is on point. I knew Pedro was going to be amazing as Ellie but I was skeptical about Nico as Sarah & Bella as Ellie. But watching this episode has removed any and all worries I had. Bella totally killed it as Ellie. I never thought I'd say this but she really did. The change from tendrils to spores is something I'm not a big fan of but it works here pretty nicely. Many scenes & dialogue are straight from the game. All that said, the production design is brilliant, the cinematography is what you'd expect from an HBO Original. And I haven't seen many other reviews praising Gustavo's work. Gustavo, the composer kills here with his incredible score same as the games.

And I never ever though I was going to say this but this is actually a pretty faithful adaptation of Bruce Straley & Neil Druckmann's work then years ago.

Sorry if this has grammatical & language errors, English is not my first language.

The best of video games meets the best of TV. What a time to be alive! I can still remember that wonderful summer ten years ago when I watched a walkthrough of The Last of Us for the first time and I could not believe how astoundingly real and genuine it felt. And now watching Joel carry his Sarah out on the streets while surrounded by Infected all over again, that was a sight for a sore eye. Naughty Dog set a precedent, probably created a whole new genre in its own right when it made The Last of Us. Now it seems the sky is the limit for how video games can guide show business, magnificent art inspiring art.

The last of us is my favourite game of all time, so obviously i was highly anticipating this series and oh my god was it worth the wait. The way all the actors portray the characters in their own way is incredible, i'm in love with them all already. The setting, cinematography, sound design is all incredible too i was blown away; the way they created tension in the prologue was amazing and i felt myself tensing up even though i know the story inside out. I think this adaptation will be incredible and truly will break the video game adaptation curse. I cant wait to see what they change, add in and keep loyal to the game. Absolutely incredible. I love you tlou <3.

One of the most engaging series, well directed, thrilling, and has a great soundtrack! HBO at again with a huge hit a perfect example of a series based off a video game that is incredible all around instead of something else that didn't do well. The Last of Us was bound to do well with the massive amount of fans and it helps that the same composer of the game is involved among others like the director and writer pretty sure even played the video game. I'm delighted that this already has a 9.5 that's a ground breaking rating and the everything about it I can tell is a triumph in phenomenal cinema!

"The Last of Us," the highly-anticipated HBO series based on the critically acclaimed video game of the same name, does not disappoint. The show expertly adapts the game's powerful storytelling and characters for the small screen, delivering a tense and emotionally charged journey through a post-apocalyptic world ravaged by a deadly fungus.

One of the show's greatest strengths is its commitment to character development and emotional depth. Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey give powerful performances as Joel and Ellie, respectively, and the script does a masterful job of exploring the complex bond that forms between them as they navigate the dangers of a fallen society. The series also manages to expand on the game's already rich world-building, delving deeper into the politics and power struggles of the remaining human settlements.

The direction and production design are also top-notch, with the series effectively capturing the gritty, desperate feel of a world on the brink of collapse. The cinematography and score also deserve special mention, adding to the overall atmosphere of the show and amplifying the emotional impact of key scenes.

Overall, "The Last of Us" is a must-watch for fans of the game and newcomers alike. The series manages to stay true to the source material while also standing on its own as a masterful piece of storytelling. It's a harrowing, but ultimately hopeful, tale of survival and humanity in the face of unimaginable horror.

It is the storytelling, powerful performances, and the depressing atmosphere that really resonated with me and sets it apart as an enjoyable watch.