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‘e LaLast of Us’ Faces Backlash After Queer Storyline Deepens in Season 2

Season 2 Episode 4 introduces Ellie and Dina confronting a pregnancy, sparking polarized reactions and review-bombing online.

Overview

  • Episode 4 of HBO’s ‘The Last of Us’ Season 2 features Ellie declaring, 'I’m gonna be a dad,' after Dina reveals her pregnancy.
  • The depiction of Ellie and Dina’s relationship, including a same-sex pregnancy storyline, has drawn homophobic backlash online.
  • Coordinated review-bombing on Metacritic has resulted in a 'generally unfavorable' score, with some viewers criticizing the show as 'woke.'
  • Fans and critics continue to praise the series for its emotional depth, cast performances, and faithfulness to the video game source material.
  • This is not the first time the series has faced criticism for its queer content, following similar reactions to Season 1’s depiction of Bill and Frank’s relationship.