During the second-season premiere of The Last of Us, queer character Ellie encounters a homophobic slur, symbolizing ongoing struggles faced by the LGBTQ+ community. Show creator Craig Mazin explains that the series reflects a world stuck in 2003, post-apocalypse, where fear enhances prejudice while also allowing for new alliances. The show aims to depict the harsh realities of its world without glossing over past discrimination. In the current sociopolitical climate, the representation of queer individuals and their struggles remains a significant topic, reflecting broader societal issues that persist beyond the show's narrative.
If there is a moment that is upsetting, it is in and of itself a reminder of the way things were. We didn't just want to sweep that under the rug.
The Last of Us aims to accurately remember the world the way it was and make its best guesses about how it would have moved forward on issues like religion, race, gender, and sexuality.
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