Please enjoy this in-depth analysis of Abby, Lev and Yara from The Last of Us Part II.
Written, recorded and edited by sapphixated (fka TLOU Explained).
If you're looking for a more in-depth look at Lev's journey as a trans person, from the perspective of a trans character, I highly recommend checking out: https://youtu.be/leNqwMyOuag?si=063bBK9qhm5n04GR
This video was created for educational and entertainment purposes only. This is my own interpretation based on multiple playthroughs and hundreds of gameplay hours, my experience as a game writer, and listening to interviews with/commentary by the creators of the game. I am not affiliated with Naughty Dog or any of The Last of Us creators.
CHAPTERS:
00:00:00 Intro (A New Generation)
00:13:06 Culture
00:26:09 Allies
00:33:05 Guilt
00:41:27 Trust
00:59:57 People
01:11:36 Hope
Music by Gustavo Santaolalla and Mac Quayle.
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REFERENCES:
Clips from the director/creator commentary included with The Last of Us Part II Remastered
Clips from The Last of Us Official Podcast - "You're My People"
Hope Bastine: https://youtu.be/yG3UGF-52jo?si=H392Y3GJnAjs6_Nx
Dawn Smith: https://youtu.be/-U4Cq-dgNnw?si=abRlCGYSMDIqitY8
We Have Cool Friends: https://youtu.be/x2kosboYHeQ?si=gvQZSK8vtSoaaS5E
Amber Scorah: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e7wFPAQcqCw
Couples Therapy: https://youtu.be/UOAT-FJZT4s?si=2_WEZQMRJNXJ7X39
Lilia Tarawa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qS7mBbXxJYA