I’ve mentioned it earlier than, and I’ll say it once more: performing as an artwork kind is a whole thriller to me. The psychological gymnastics that actors do to not solely to get the proper take, but in addition to get by means of the tear-jerking scenes is insane. It is perhaps heartbreaking for us to observe, however to reside it simply to get it on the display screen is one thing else. And if it’s important to do a reshoot that’ll take much more out of you. For reveals like HBO Max’s Emmy successful The Final of Us, each episode of season one was a intestine punch. However in the event you’ve performed the second sport, the second season goes to be similar to it if not worse at some components. How do the actors get by means of all of it?
Bella Ramsey revealed the way in which they prepped, and I’ll be crying, however it is perhaps from laughter. Selection shared a glance into the filming and manufacturing of Season 2 with solid and creators, going into a few of the modifications which have been made for the brand new season. For individuals who have performed the second sport, the story is a doozy, however I will not share spoilers. Bella Ramsey who performs Ellie (who makes use of each “she/her” and “they/them” pronouns) shared how they address a few of the heavier scenes they must act in.
I’m fearful of a few of the larger emotional scenes, leaving not happy with my efficiency, earlier than the actually darkish scenes, I attempt to make myself as gentle and energetic as doable.
As they prepped for what they known as “the darkest scene this season” Ramsey listened to a really particular track again and again: The Buckwheat Boyz YouTube traditional “Peanut Butter Jelly Time.” In case you’re a child who grew up on traditional YouTube memes like me, I immediately heard it and noticed that animated banana in my head. Ramsey described the filming, stating:
I used to be on the ground, my eyes completely burning with these menthol tears, and I’m simply saying, ‘Peanut Butter Jelllll-y.’ You’ll most likely be capable of inform which one that’s if you watch it.
In case you’ve performed the unique sport, then you definitely most likely already know what scene Ramsey is speaking about. For these of us who haven’t performed Naughty Canine’s unique sport, then it’ll be a tear-jerking shock. Hopefully we are able to take it critically and never hear “Peanut Butter Jelly Time” as properly.
Variations of books and video games stroll a really skinny tightrope. Those that have watched or performed the unique supply materials know all of the heart-wrenching moments to return, however it’s important to conscious for the people who find themselves experiencing the story for the primary time. The creators of this present have already acknowledged they’ve made modifications to the story, particularly for key character like Abby.
For individuals who haven’t performed the sport and are avoiding spoilers, TLOU 2 focuses on a brand new character named Abby. Writers and present creators have already acknowledged that they’re giving extra consideration to backstory, so we’re getting extra people than we’re Contaminated. The present has completed properly with balancing already, however Season 2 might be an enormous testomony to that due to Abby, performed by Kaitlyn Dever, who’s already at a drawback as a result of she’s already disliked earlier than even stepping on display screen.
That is one thing Dever and the present creators are already conscious of, seeing as Dever herself has had some additional safety whereas filming due to how a lot real hate the character has acquired. That is additionally most likely as a result of since The Final of Us‘ launch, actors like Ramsey have acquired a ‘bizarre’ improve in recognition. The viewers loves these characters, and if you understand the second sport, it’s going to be a tough one.
The Final of Us Season 2 premieres April 13 on the 2025 TV schedule, so the hype could be very a lot actual. Whereas I want it was tomorrow, I might be eagerly ready its launch and I can’t wait to see what the present has in retailer for us. From what we’ve seen to date and what we all know already, I’m excited to see how they’ve tailored the story and the place we go from right here.