The highly anticipated second season of HBO’s The Last of Us has finally arrived, and fans are left with more questions than answers. Despite a strong cast, including Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey, the show’s pacing issues and lack of closure leave viewers feeling underwhelmed.
The story picks up five years after the first season, with Joel (Pascal) and Ellie (Ramsey) navigating their complicated relationship in the mountain community of Jackson, Wyoming. The pair must band together to face a new crisis that forces them into action at great personal cost. While the show’s momentum is palpable, it’s let down by underdeveloped supporting characters and vague plot explanations.
The show’s central theme of cycles of violence and vengeance continues to resonate, but the lack of clarity surrounding the warring factions and their motivations leaves much to be desired. Fans of the first season will miss the richer lyricism and sprawling humanity that made it so compelling.
Ultimately, The Last of Us Season 2 is a frustrating experience for those expecting answers about the show’s complex world-building. While there are still moments of beauty and tension, the pacing issues and lack of closure make this a season that will leave viewers eagerly awaiting more – but not necessarily satisfied with what they’ve received.
Source: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-reviews/the-last-of-us-review-season-2-hbo-1236182264