'In the fifth episode of 'The Last of Us' Season 2, the revealing flashback featuring Joel is decoded'
The Last of Us, the critically acclaimed series, continues to captivate audiences with its gripping storyline and immersive world. For those who have been watching the show and are eager to dive into the games, here's how you can get started.
In the latest season, The Last of Us Season 2, Ellie, played by Bella Ramsey, is on a quest for revenge, driven by the knowledge of a violent act committed by Joel, played by Pedro Pascal, at the Firefly hospital. This knowledge is not a sudden revelation but a gradual understanding that unfolds over the course of the series.
The show is known for taking viewers on journeys into the past with standout episodes. The flashback in episode 5, for instance, provides a glimpse into the hospital basement incident, but it may not make much sense without understanding how Ellie knows about Joel's actions. This mystery is set to be unraveled in the longer flashback promised in episode 6.
The key people who convey this understanding are characters who reveal or discuss Joel's past decisions and their consequences. Dina, Ellie's close companion, is one such character who provides context to Ellie's awareness of Joel's violent act.
The flashback at the end of episode 5 seems to be building up to something significant. It ends with a surprising twist: Ellie beats Nora, one of Abby's party, with a pipe to find the location of Abby. However, before the confrontation, there's a moment of unexpected warmth when Ellie smiles back at Joel in the scene after the hospital basement.
The scene after the hospital basement shows Ellie waking up in her bedroom in Jackson with Joel alive and smiling at her. It's a stark contrast to the chaos and violence of the hospital basement, offering a glimpse of the bond between Ellie and Joel that persists despite their conflict.
Joel addresses Ellie as "kiddo" in this scene, a term of endearment that underscores their relationship. Despite the tension, it's clear that Joel is still a significant figure in Ellie's life.
The Last of Us Season 2 is streaming on Max, with new episodes airing weekly on Sundays at 9 p.m. ET on HBO. For those who have yet to catch up, now's the time to jump in and uncover the secrets of this compelling story.
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