The highly anticipated second season of the HBO adaptation “The Last of Us” has arrived, and with it, a scene that will leave viewers reeling in shock and sadness. In the episode “Through the Valley,” Joel Miller, played by Pedro Pascal, meets his demise at the hands of Abby, played by Kaitlyn Dever.
According to show creator Craig Mazin, the scene was designed to evoke dread and tension from the start, as Joel realizes he is powerless against his attackers. Despite knowing what’s coming, Joel refuses to fight back, acknowledging that his actions were wrong but also seeing no other choice.
One of the most heart-wrenching aspects of the scene is Joel’s moment with Dina, played by Isabela Merced, who becomes a surrogate daughter to him. The scene confirms that Joel will always prioritize those he loves, and this is reinforced by the change from the game where Tommy, Gabriel Luna’s character, is present.
Mazin believes that the connections made throughout “The Last of Us” make this scene particularly profound, as it highlights humanity’s tendency to break relationships and connections. The show explores how we deal with suffering and loss, and Mazin felt it was essential to depict a moment that would evoke empathy from viewers.
The devastating scene is now streaming on Max and HBO, with new episodes dropping every Sunday night at 9 P.M. EST.
Source: https://www.slashfilm.com/1840409/the-last-of-us-season-2-detail-joel-death-finger-devastating