Finally the tv series for The Last of Us has finally arrived for non gamers. Compared to most modern adaptations from comics to movies or game to shows, the tv series of the Last of Us sticks very closely to its source material with very minute changes. This review will solely be focused on season 1 as season 2 has yet to come out.
Plot/Story: 8.9
Like I previously said, the Last of Us sticks closely to its game counterpart. It expands a bit further on the human side of the world compared to the game such as Riley and Frank and less on the infected though I wish we got to see more. The pacing was pretty good though it could have been managed a bit better on the 2nd half of the season. After the first two eps of the series it did not have the same adrenaline pumping scenes as it had before especially because since we saw less infected. The writing was phenomenal which sticks very closely to its game counterpart and the acting was fantastic. Bella played such an amazing role of Ellie and I was thoroughly impressed on how she can shift her mood and tone so smoothly for such a young actor. The story was well done though it was not perfect there were very minor flaws involved.
Characters: 9.1
The series compared to the game expands quite a bit on the background and lore on the variety of characters that are involved in the series. They were all well written and had their own unique personalities and quirks. Also we could see the development of the relationship between Joel and Ellie from strangers to something of family over time which was so sweet and amazing to see.
Sound: 9.8
Very similar to the game, there isn't much to say. The sound of the infected, the guitar playing, song selections etc.
Visuals: 9.1
It was very well done for the most part such as the CGI and set scenes and costume designs but I think the main focus was the CGI which could be easily seen in certain scenes especially near the end of the season.
Consistency: 8.8
Everything about it was very good on the beginning but fell of slightly near the end especially the CGI and the pacing of the story.
Overall quite an enjoyable series.
Memorable: Yes Rewatchable: Quite Likely...
Plot/Story: 8.9
Like I previously said, the Last of Us sticks closely to its game counterpart. It expands a bit further on the human side of the world compared to the game such as Riley and Frank and less on the infected though I wish we got to see more. The pacing was pretty good though it could have been managed a bit better on the 2nd half of the season. After the first two eps of the series it did not have the same adrenaline pumping scenes as it had before especially because since we saw less infected. The writing was phenomenal which sticks very closely to its game counterpart and the acting was fantastic. Bella played such an amazing role of Ellie and I was thoroughly impressed on how she can shift her mood and tone so smoothly for such a young actor. The story was well done though it was not perfect there were very minor flaws involved.
Characters: 9.1
The series compared to the game expands quite a bit on the background and lore on the variety of characters that are involved in the series. They were all well written and had their own unique personalities and quirks. Also we could see the development of the relationship between Joel and Ellie from strangers to something of family over time which was so sweet and amazing to see.
Sound: 9.8
Very similar to the game, there isn't much to say. The sound of the infected, the guitar playing, song selections etc.
Visuals: 9.1
It was very well done for the most part such as the CGI and set scenes and costume designs but I think the main focus was the CGI which could be easily seen in certain scenes especially near the end of the season.
Consistency: 8.8
Everything about it was very good on the beginning but fell of slightly near the end especially the CGI and the pacing of the story.
Overall quite an enjoyable series.
Memorable: Yes Rewatchable: Quite Likely...