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Sure-Oz · 11:50 AM

@HBO: Look for the light.

@clmazin and @Neil_Druckmann to develop the series adaptation of #TheLastOfUs, coming soon to HBO: http://itsh.bo/thelastofus https://twitter.com/HBO/status/12356...572032/video/1

The Last of Us' Series in the Works at HBO From 'Chernobyl' Creator Craig Mazin, Neil Druckmann (Exclusive)

MARCH 05, 2020 9:30AMby*Borys Kit, Patrick Shanley

Craig Mazin, the creator of the acclaimed limited series*Chernobyl,*is reteaming with HBO adapt*The Last of Us, the massive Sony PlayStation video game franchise.
In a rare development in the world of video game adaptations, the writer and creative director of the game, Neil Druckmann, is also involved, and will work with Mazin to pen and executive produce what is intended to be a series.

Carolyn Strauss will also executive produce along with Evan Wells, the president of Naughty Dog, the Santa Monica-based developer of the game. The project is a co-production with Sony Pictures Television and in association with PlayStation Productions and it will be the first television series from PlayStation Productions.
Originally launched in 2013, Sony and Naughty Dog’s*The Last of Us*garnered critical praise for its engrossing tale of the post-apocalypse centered on the relationship between Joel, a smuggler in this new world, and Ellie, a teenager who may be a key to a cure for the deadly pandemic.
Joel, a hardened survivor, is hired to smuggle the14-year-old girl out of an oppressive quarantine zone. What starts as a small job soon becomes a brutal, heartbreaking journey, as they both must traverse across the U.S. and depend on each other for survival. The HBO series will cover the events of the original game, which was written by Druckmann, with the possibility of additional content based on the forthcoming game sequel,*The Last of Us Part II, which will release on May 29, 2020.
Mazin, who is said to be an avid player of the game, stated, “Neil Druckmann is without question the finest storyteller working in the video game medium, and*The Last of Us*is his magnum opus. Getting a chance to adapt this breathtaking work of art has been a dream of mine for years, and I’m so honored to do it in partnership with Neil.”
“From the first time I sat down to talk with Craig I was equally blown away by his approach to narrative and his love and deep understanding of*The Last of Us,” said Druckmann in a statement. “With*Chernobyl, Craig and HBO created a tense, harrowing, emotional masterpiece. I couldn’t think of better partners to bring the story of*The Last of Us*to life as a television show.”
Last of Us*won numerous “game of the year” awards and went on to sell more than 17 million copies across both its original release on the PlayStation 3 and a remastered version on the PlayStation 4.
“This is an incredibly exciting opportunity for us to partner with Craig, Neil, Carolyn and the teams at Sony, Naughty Dog and PlayStation to bring the virtual world of this acclaimed game to life,” stated HBO programming president Casey Bloys.
“This is the first of many shows we intend to develop with our friends at PlayStation Productions,” said Chris Parnell, co-president of Sony Pictures Television Studios.*The Last of Us*is a brilliant achievement in storytelling and character development, and we are lucky to have the opportunity to work with this team to adapt it.”
Druckmann is a longtime vet of Naughty Dog, starting as a programming intern in 2004. In 2007, he was given the role of game designer on*Uncharted: Drake's Fortune, the first installment in the action adventure series. In 2013, he created*The Last of Us, based on a concept he developed as a student at Carnegie Mellon University.
Mazin’s*Chernobyl*tackled a bleak and complex true-life event and became a must-see show for HBO. The show won an Emmy for outstanding limited series and landed one for Mazin for outstanding writing. Mazin also won a PGA and a WGA Award.

Holy shit this is gonna be awesome.

Stryker · 02-27-2023, 08:29 PM

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Agreed. I'm a little nervous we have only 2 more episodes and alot to get to. Hope they pull it off.

It will leave us wanting more and I expect that!

Sure-Oz · 02-27-2023, 08:32 PM

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It will leave us wanting more and I expect that!

That's what I'm hoping for.

BWillie · 02-27-2023, 10:34 PM

Worst episode yet. That flashback could have been done in 10 min. Fluff.

ThaVirus · 02-28-2023, 07:50 AM

I thought this episode did a good job of building tension. The whole time, any long shot, I had my eyes on the background expecting infected to show up.

dlphg9 · 02-28-2023, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by BWillie

Worst episode yet. That flashback could have been done in 10 min. Fluff.

Why? Are you too stupid to understand the point of character building?

BigBeauford · 02-28-2023, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by dlphg9

Why? Are you too stupid to understand the point of character building?

Everyone knows character building episodes during the final episodes are the best.

dmahurin · 02-28-2023, 09:22 AM

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Everyone knows character building episodes during the final episodes are the best.

The kind that build on the character and show their motivation for the specific actions taken in the episode and to the series as a whole moving forward? This episode is bigger than you know in the grand scheme of the whole story, not just this season.

BigBeauford · 02-28-2023, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by dmahurin

The kind that build on the character and show their motivation for the specific actions taken in the episode and to the series as a whole moving forward? This episode is bigger than you know in the grand scheme of the whole story, not just this season.

Yeah I've played the game but thanks.

Sure-Oz · 02-28-2023, 09:48 AM

This show is terrible but gotta keep watching so you guys know what's up!!!!

**The Franchise** · 02-28-2023, 10:04 AM

It's BWillie. He's trolling at this point. Just ignore his stupid ass comments.

**The Franchise** · 02-28-2023, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by ThaVirus

I thought this episode did a good job of building tension. The whole time, any long shot, I had my eyes on the background expecting infected to show up.

Most of the time I was cursing them for having all of the lights/music on while questioning who would be that stupid...

Then I had to remind myself that they're kids. Kids are that stupid.

Sure-Oz · 02-28-2023, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by The Franchise

Most of the time I was cursing them for having all of the lights/music on while questioning who would be that stupid...

Then I had to remind myself that they're kids. Kids are that stupid.

Basically...they weren't as cautious but at the same time Riley I assume thought the place was ok after living there for a short time and not seeing much. They basically said it was like a bunker from outdoors too. Totally fine with it

dlphg9 · 02-28-2023, 12:59 PM

If it's some big spoiler/plot poing, then don't tell me, but what is the reason for FEDRA saying that the mall was over run with infected or is it not mentioned?

ThaVirus · 02-28-2023, 01:27 PM

Kids really are so ****ing stupid.

It was cool seeing the derelict mall, though.. and am I remembering wrong or have they shown a Mortal Kombat II arcade like ten times in this show?

BWillie · 02-28-2023, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by dlphg9

Why? Are you too stupid to understand the point of character building?

Yes very dumb i am

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03-05-2020, 11:43 AM
Sure-Oz Stay positive, don't give up Join Date: Dec 2001 Casino cash: $2549383	HBO - The Last of Us @HBO: Look for the light. @clmazin and @Neil_Druckmann to develop the series adaptation of #TheLastOfUs, coming soon to HBO: http://itsh.bo/thelastofus https://twitter.com/HBO/status/12356...572032/video/1 The Last of Us' Series in the Works at HBO From 'Chernobyl' Creator Craig Mazin, Neil Druckmann (Exclusive) MARCH 05, 2020 9:30AMbyBorys Kit, Patrick Shanley Craig Mazin, the creator of the acclaimed limited seriesChernobyl,is reteaming with HBO adaptThe Last of Us, the massive Sony PlayStation video game franchise. In a rare development in the world of video game adaptations, the writer and creative director of the game, Neil Druckmann, is also involved, and will work with Mazin to pen and executive produce what is intended to be a series. Carolyn Strauss will also executive produce along with Evan Wells, the president of Naughty Dog, the Santa Monica-based developer of the game. The project is a co-production with Sony Pictures Television and in association with PlayStation Productions and it will be the first television series from PlayStation Productions. Originally launched in 2013, Sony and Naughty Dog’sThe Last of Usgarnered critical praise for its engrossing tale of the post-apocalypse centered on the relationship between Joel, a smuggler in this new world, and Ellie, a teenager who may be a key to a cure for the deadly pandemic. Joel, a hardened survivor, is hired to smuggle the14-year-old girl out of an oppressive quarantine zone. What starts as a small job soon becomes a brutal, heartbreaking journey, as they both must traverse across the U.S. and depend on each other for survival. The HBO series will cover the events of the original game, which was written by Druckmann, with the possibility of additional content based on the forthcoming game sequel,The Last of Us Part II, which will release on May 29, 2020. Mazin, who is said to be an avid player of the game, stated, “Neil Druckmann is without question the finest storyteller working in the video game medium, andThe Last of Usis his magnum opus. Getting a chance to adapt this breathtaking work of art has been a dream of mine for years, and I’m so honored to do it in partnership with Neil.” “From the first time I sat down to talk with Craig I was equally blown away by his approach to narrative and his love and deep understanding ofThe Last of Us,” said Druckmann in a statement. “WithChernobyl, Craig and HBO created a tense, harrowing, emotional masterpiece. I couldn’t think of better partners to bring the story ofThe Last of Usto life as a television show.” Last of Uswon numerous “game of the year” awards and went on to sell more than 17 million copies across both its original release on the PlayStation 3 and a remastered version on the PlayStation 4. “This is an incredibly exciting opportunity for us to partner with Craig, Neil, Carolyn and the teams at Sony, Naughty Dog and PlayStation to bring the virtual world of this acclaimed game to life,” stated HBO programming president Casey Bloys. “This is the first of many shows we intend to develop with our friends at PlayStation Productions,” said Chris Parnell, co-president of Sony Pictures Television Studios.The Last of Usis a brilliant achievement in storytelling and character development, and we are lucky to have the opportunity to work with this team to adapt it.” Druckmann is a longtime vet of Naughty Dog, starting as a programming intern in 2004. In 2007, he was given the role of game designer onUncharted: Drake's Fortune, the first installment in the action adventure series. In 2013, he createdThe Last of Us, based on a concept he developed as a student at Carnegie Mellon University. Mazin’sChernobyltackled a bleak and complex true-life event and became a must-see show for HBO. The show won an Emmy for outstanding limited series and landed one for Mazin for outstanding writing. Mazin also won a PGA and a WGA Award. Holy shit this is gonna be awesome. Last edited by Sure-Oz; 03-05-2020 at 11:50 AM..
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02-27-2023, 10:34 PM	#513
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02-28-2023, 07:50 AM	#514
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02-28-2023, 01:27 PM	#524
ThaVirus Grand champ Join Date: Sep 2007 Casino cash: $2369	Kids really are so ****ing stupid. It was cool seeing the derelict mall, though.. and am I remembering wrong or have they shown a Mortal Kombat II arcade like ten times in this show?
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