When you might have assumed TV couldn’t add any more themes of identity politics to your home, here comes the second season of The Last of Us, assuring viewers it will offer a wide variety of LGBTQ+ storylines. Actress Isabela Merced, who has joined the cast, appears particularly excited about her character Dina, who will be Ellie’s love interest. The creators of the show seem to believe that a post-apocalyptic scenario isn’t intense enough without an element of romantic representation.
Merced enthusiastically discussed in an interview about her strong bond with Bella Ramsey (Ellie), referring to it as “an uncontestable connection.” She expressed excitement that viewers from the LGBTQ+ community will appreciate this season’s content, stating, “The LGBTQ+ audience will find plenty to enjoy.” Using a casual tone, she said, “We’ve got something for everyone,” hinting at the continued representation of diversity in Hollywood. To see it on TikTok, click the image below.
The series intends to delve deeper into Ellie’s past romantic life by introducing Noah Lamanna as Kat, who is said to be Ellie’s first girlfriend in Jackson. It seems that the creators are aiming to add a touch of excitement with another same-sex relationship. For those following along at home, this season resumes five years after Joel (Pedro Pascal) deceived Ellie about her blood being humanity’s savior, and it appears that this plotline may be taking a secondary role as the show focuses more on demonstrating its commitment to inclusivity.
The original game’s sequel will draw inspiration from its enhanced portrayal of LGBTQ+ themes, building upon the representation already showcased in season one. In season one, viewers witnessed Nick Offerman’s gay survivalist character and Ellie’s teenage romance, but it appears that more is on the horizon. Merced promises a larger focus on queer narratives, with scenes directed by a female editor who identifies as part of the LGBTQ+ community, underscoring the commitment to diversity in all aspects of production.
The second season starts airing on Max (previously known as HBO) on April 13th. Get ready for more self-congratulatory moments from Hollywood about their “inclusion”, which might seem a bit odd when it comes to survival during an apocalypse, but they’ll ensure that every diverse group gets its due representation. Are you planning to watch?
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2025-04-11 14:45