Co-creators Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann offered insights into the upcoming season three of The Last of Us at an Emmys FYC event. During a panel discussion, they hinted that season three would be a “wetter season” than the previous one, with a focus on character development and potentially taking risks.
Mazin revealed that the team’s approach to building sets might change for season three, moving away from destruction and towards more careful planning. The co-creators discussed their creative freedom in adapting the video game series into an Emmy-winning show, which they believe allows them to make bold decisions.
Actress Kaitlyn Dever, who plays Abby in the upcoming season, expressed her gratitude for being part of the team and looking forward to the journey ahead. She also shared that she never had concerns about the controversy surrounding her character’s brutal actions in the first season.
Neil Druckmann acknowledged that plot armor can be a problem in storytelling, but believes it serves a purpose in keeping viewers invested in the characters. He emphasized that The Last of Us is not just a show about revenge, but rather about grief and exploring the human condition.
The co-creators’ conversation was moderated by Rob McElhenney, who praised the show’s success and declared it his favorite on television. With season three just around the corner, fans can expect more dramatic changes and character development in this critically acclaimed series.
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