Birds & Swords – LVL4: E7 “The Last of Us: Season 2”

Zack joins us to talk about what we loved, hated, and meh'ed about from the second season of The Last of Us.

B&S Rapid Review: The Last of Us S2 E5: “Feel Her Love”

In episode 5, "Feel Her Love," Ellie’s transformation is triggered as she embarks on a revenge quest. The episode explores her relationship with Dina, introduces a new airborne spore threat, and features intense action sequences. Key moments reveal Ellie’s awareness of Joel's past, setting a dark course for her future.

B&S Rapid Review: The Last of Us S2 E4: “Day One”

Episode 4, “Day One,” introduces a new central character, beautifully recreates a beloved scene, and dishes out two huge reveals, all within its short 45-minute runtime. Jeffrey Wright is fantastic as Isaac, piquing curiosity around his character, the haunting recreations of the TV station and the subway land and are extremely satisfying, and Isabela Merced has her best episode of the season. However, some pacing issues in relationship and character development leave us grasping to keep up.

B&S Rapid Review: The Last of Us S2 E1: “Future Days”

!! SPOILERS AHEAD !! The Last of Us is back in our living rooms and crying hearts after its critically acclaimed first season, and after a debut season that brought home eight Primetime Emmy Awards and countless praise from fans and newcomers alike, viewers got their first taste of what showrunners Craig Mazin and Neil … Continue reading B&S Rapid Review: The Last of Us S2 E1: “Future Days”