Nostalgia and Memory in 'The Last of Us'

This chapter explores the deep emotional resonance of a character's past through a nostalgic journey in their childhood home, filled with poignant memories. Key symbols, like a guitar and a workbench, reveal complex relationships and lost dreams, particularly between the characters Joel and Ellie. The discussion highlights the impactful sound design and cinematography that enhance themes of loss, connection, and the bittersweet nature of reminiscence.

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