Pedro Pascal on the Five-Year Time Jump in 'The Last of Us' Season 2
So, ‘The Last of Us’ is finally coming back for Season 2, and this time, we’re jumping ahead five years. Pedro Pascal, who plays Joel, recently shared his thoughts on the new season, and let’s just say, it hasn’t been an easy ride for him.
At a press conference, Pascal talked about the emotional weight of portraying Joel in this time jump. From the very first scene he shot with Bella Ramsey, who plays Ellie, there was already a palpable distance between their characters. Pascal admitted that it was tough separating himself from Joel’s emotions. The pain and struggle that Joel goes through in the show sometimes felt too real, making it difficult for him to mentally detach from the character even after filming.
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But it’s not just Joel’s emotional journey that has evolved. Ellie, played by Ramsey, has also changed significantly. She was just 14 in Season 1, and now she’s 19. Those are crucial, formative years for any teenager, and this shift impacts the dynamic between her and Joel. Their relationship is more complex than ever, and that tension plays a major role in Season 2.
Pascal also reflected on how being a part of ‘The Last of Us’ has changed his own life. The show has been a defining chapter in his career, not just because of its success but because of the deep personal connections he’s made along the way. He even shared how filming this season made him feel protective over Bella Ramsey in real life, much like Joel is with Ellie.
The show’s second season also welcomes new cast members, including Kaitlyn Dever as Abby. Pascal expressed admiration for Dever’s work, saying it felt surreal to finally share scenes with someone whose talent he’s respected for so long. It’s clear that this season is pushing every actor to new emotional depths.
Get ready, because ‘The Last of Us’ Season 2 is set to be an intense, heartbreaking, and unforgettable ride.
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