🎮 The Last of Us: From YouTube Cutscenes to HBO Season 2
A quick search on YouTube reveals hundreds, if not thousands, of videos that compile all of The Last of Us' cutscenes, allowing viewers to watch them as a movie. Count Young Mazino among those viewers.
Years before the casting for The Last of Us Season 2, young Mazino was already watching all the cutscenes of The Last of Us like a movie. Check out GameTopic for more!
Introduction
A curious thing emerges while browsing YouTube – a plethora of videos that string together all of The Last of Us’ cutscenes to create a seamless movie-like experience. Young Mazino, the rising star set to play Jesse in HBO’s The Last of Us Season 2, is one of those who discovered the game through these videos. In a recent interview with Variety, he confessed that, being a PC and Xbox guy, he had never played The Last of Us before but had watched the entire story via YouTube’s cleverly woven cutscenes compilation.
From Viewer to Player
Mazino, about to embark on shooting The Last of Us Season 2 in just two weeks, admitted to having experienced the game as a whole movie. He even emphasized the brilliance of the storytelling saying, “It’s phenomenal.” Curiosity piqued, Mazino decided to delve deeper into this narrative world by playing The Last of Us 2 prior to his meeting with showrunners Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann.
A Meeting of Minds
When the strike finally ended, Mazino secured a meeting with Mazin and Druckmann to discuss his potential involvement in the show. Prior to this meeting, Mazino eagerly dived into the immersive world of The Last of Us 2. Reflecting on this experience, he shared, “I played the video game before the meeting, and we had a long talk about their process and what they were looking for. I guess Beef pushed me the rest of the way.”
Preparing for Season 2
As Variety reported, Mazino’s training for The Last of Us Season 2 involves horse riding and firearm proficiency. While he hasn’t met his co-stars Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey yet, he has reached out to Bella via direct message and is looking forward to connecting with them soon.
In the upcoming season, Mazino will portray Jesse, a resident of Jackson and one of Ellie’s close friends, described by HBO as “a pillar of his community who puts everyone else’s needs before his own, sometimes at terrible cost.”
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More to Come
As excited as we are about The Last of Us Season 2, there is still much we don’t know. The release date is yet to be confirmed, but it is expected to grace our screens sometime in 2025. We do know that Kaitlyn Dever will play Abby, and Isabela Merced will bring Dina to life. The first season of The Last of Us was an immense success and received rave reviews. It quickly became one of GameTopic’s favorite shows of 2023, and our review awarded it a stellar 9/10 rating.
Additional FAQs
Q: Can I watch the cutscenes compilation on YouTube to understand the story of The Last of Us?
A: While watching the cutscenes compilation can give you a general understanding of the story, it’s important to note that the gameplay elements and player choices greatly enhance the overall experience. To truly immerse yourself in the world of The Last of Us, we recommend playing the game itself.
Q: Will Season 2 of The Last of Us follow the same storyline as the game?
A: While Season 2 will draw inspiration from the game, it will also introduce new elements and expand upon the existing narrative. The creators aim to create a unique and engaging experience that both fans of the game and newcomers can enjoy.
Q: How can I stay updated on The Last of Us Season 2 news?
A: To stay up to date with the latest news and announcements regarding The Last of Us Season 2, be sure to follow official HBO and Naughty Dog social media accounts, as well as gaming and entertainment news websites.
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- Title: Isabela Merced Cast as Dina in HBO’s The Last of Us Adaptation
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Now it’s your turn, dear readers, to share your excitement for The Last of Us Season 2! Feel free to leave your thoughts and expectations in the comments below. And don’t forget to share this article with your fellow gaming enthusiasts on your favorite social media platforms. Until next time! 🎮🎬
Wesley Yinpoole is the UK News Editor for GameTopic. Find him on Twitter at [@wyp100](https://twitter.com/wyp100). You can reach Wesley at [email protected] or confidentially at [email protected].
