One day to go...
) and Neil Druckmann have remained largely entirely faithful to the story's origins, but have adjusted and expanded in ways that both improve and deepen the world, especially in terms of giving more time to the individuals that Joel and Ellie cross paths with on their journey.
Every character is immaculately cast and brilliantly portrayed, from Joel's brother Tommy , Joel's smuggling partner Tess , survivalists Frank and Bill , as well as new additions such as revolutionary leader Kathleen and Ellie's mother Anna . Each of them add such dimensions to this story, shading in backgrounds that are incredibly well-thought-out, without ever verging towards indulgent.
If that all sounds a bit grim and dour... well, yes, at times, it is very much that. There are some distressing scenes that hammer home the brutalities of this existence, but also aren't a million miles away from some of the stories we've all heard took place through our own recent pandemic. But, very importantly, The Last Of Us knows exactly when to lighten the mood so it isn't nine episodes of pure misery porn, which is where Joel and Ellie come in.
Pascal and Ramsey are both so incredibly good in their roles, it almost belies belief. Joel and Ellie have both been emotionally destroyed in their own ways, but Pascal and Ramsey portray their individual determination so effectively, that they both deserve every possible award that might go their way. The world of The Last Of Us is terrible and terrifying, but thanks to these two, it is a world you'll actually want to stay in.
Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
The JOE Friday Pub Quiz: Week 329 | JOE.ieThe JOE Friday Pub Quiz: Week 329
Read more »
The JOE Movie Quiz: Week 187 | JOE.ieTo coincide with the release of The Pale Blue Eye on Netflix, we have rounds on the career of Christian Bale and on the sub-genre of period-set mysteries.
Read more »
Revenue figures show €127m paid out under movie tax credit scheme last yearNew films starring Russell Crowe, Kerry Condon and Liam Neeson among big winners
Read more »
Takeaway review: We’ll be coming back for more of these Mexican-inspired treatsYou can order these chicharrón, pork tacos and chicken buldak tacos as a tasty takeaway or stay to eat them with a pint in the beer garden
Read more »
Klopp admits last season’s exploits have taken a toll on LiverpoolManager points to long campaign for the quadruple as being a primary factor in side’s struggles this time around
Read more »
Donohoe to review his records from 2016 election after complaint to SIPOPublic Expenditure Minister Paschal Donohoe has said he is conducting a full review of his records from the 2016 general election, following a complaint to Ireland's ethics watchdog about his finances from that time
Read more »