The last of us game though has a reputation for being more “cinematic” than its peers

This isn’t a knock on video games, but on the very different, conflicting natures.

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In many ways, the show is a triumph of typecasting.

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the game is also filled with rich characterization, poignant drama and even some comedy

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Ever since HBO announced plans to make a Last of Us series.

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The series was co-created by Neil Druckmann, one of the key minds behind the game

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first episode, written by Druckmann and Mazin and directed by Mazin

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there are action sequences that Mazin shoots in a POV style

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