The Last of Us | HBO Max | Review and Story Details

The Last US is a post-apocalyptic drama set in a world where the majority of the population has been wiped out by a mysterious virus. The few survivors are left to fend for themselves in a hostile environment, struggling to survive and rebuild their lives. The story follows two main characters, Jack and Sarah, who have been living together in an abandoned house since the virus hit. They have managed to survive by scavenging for food and supplies, but they are constantly on the move to avoid detection from other survivors who may be hostile. One day, while scavenging for supplies, they come across an old military base that appears to be abandoned. After exploring the base, they discover that it is actually inhabited by a group of survivors who have managed to create a safe haven for themselves. Jack and Sarah join the group and quickly become part of their community. They learn about their new home and how they can help contribute to its survival. As time goes on, Jack and Sarah begin to explore the house further, and discover that it is much more than just an abandoned base.A virus has wiped out 98% of Earth’s population. When a war-ravaged military base is discovered that seems to be untouched by the virus, Jack and Sarah set off on a journey across a desolate country in search of safety. When they finally find their new home, they are quickly swept up into the group’s everyday domestic routine as well as their own personal relationships with one another. As time goes on, they start finding clues that something sinister may be happening in their new home.In the film’s closing minutes, it is revealed that something is amiss and Jack, Sarah, and the rest of the group are not alone in their new home. They must now figure out where they really are and how to escape.

 

HBO MAX's new series The Last of Us is based on the 2013 video game developed by Naughty Dog. Set twenty years after a mass fungal infection caused by a mutation in the genus Cordyceps, the series follows hardened survivor Joel Miller (Pedro Pascal) and 14-year-old Ellie (Bella Ramsey) as they traverse a post-apocalyptic world overrun by hordes of “infected”, aggressive, zombified humans.

The showrunners have zeroed in on one of the game's major themes: protecting your loved ones at the expense of the greater good. As Joel and Ellie travel across the United States, they encounter a large cast of characters, each bringing something different to their story. This includes Lamar Johnson as Henry, the older brother of Sam, both of whom run into Joel and Ellie in an attempt to escape Kansas City; Nick Offerman as Bill, a survivalist who lives in his own little gated town; and Gabriel Luna as Tommy Miller, the brother of Joel.

The Last of Us is an emotionally gripping story of love, hope, perseverance, and recovery. It examines the question of what it really means to be alive, and offers us a protagonist possessed by his need for purpose. Along the way, Joel and Ellie must face the harsh realities of a post-apocalyptic world, while also dealing with the moral dilemmas of their journey.

Early indications from critics and viewers suggest that The Last of Us has broken the dreaded video game curse. With its stellar cast, gripping storyline, and emotional themes, HBO MAX's The Last of Us is sure to be a hit.