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Man Pedro pascal was absolutely casted PERFECTLY as Joel. My man getting that HBO and Disney money(mando season 3 trailer just dropped).

Marlene being casted as the same person who voiced her character in the game is a very nice touch

Man they made his daughter so likeable only for it to hurt more, that scene hit hard.

When Bella yells "What the fuck!" after Tess slams the door in her face, it sounds JUST like Ashley

The pick up on the baking is a huge catch by Aaron tbh. If youre listening to the radio in that breakfast scene early on, the news is talking about the viral infection impacting Jakarta, which is home of the worlds the largest flour mill. Sarah couldnt find any pancake mix in the cabinet, saving them there. They dont eat the biscuits, again saving them from exposure. And she also dodges the raisin cookies she baked with the neighbor lady. VERRRYYY subtle story telling. Just thought id give Aaron his flowers on that one!

One thing I just noticed - when Joel first told Sarah not to look at anything except him she didn’t listen, she couldn’t help but look at everything around her. Then, when they met the soldier and it became clear what he’d been ordered to do Sarah didn’t look at anything but her Dad.

Tommy's actor played the game and loved it. I think his voice was so spot on.

Holy shit Calvin was hiding so well LMAO

The soldier who shoots at Joel and Sarah is played by Craig Mazin (the showrunner) himself. One of my favorite cameos in a long time.

I just noticed at 19:10 the sound when u get detected by an enemy in the game plays when the cop sees them, that's so awesome. He says what the HELL like an npc too lol

Merle Dandridge reprising her role as Marlene is actually pretty cool and sort of meta.

27:08 100% got it right. In the game the infection first starts via bad crops. These bad crops were in the flour that everyone ate. It’s why there was a focus on Joel and Sarah not eating pancakes, no biscuits and no cookies. Loved your reactions guys!

19:10 that subtle sound when the guard first spots them is exactly the same sound that you hear in the game when a mob or a guard spots you. Fucking awesome detail.

The way Joel yelled Tommy! Help me! you can hear the desperation in his voice. The acting is very good, Pedro did very good

I texted my dad yesterday and told him to check this show out, he asked what it was about and I told him it was an adaption to one of my favorite video games. He immediately dismissed it, but at 10:00 last night he sent me a text saying "that show as pretty damn good, can't wait for next week".

my favourite expansion this episode did, was actually a pretty tiny thing. When Sarah wakes up in the game and Joel isn't there, I think that we actually don't know why. Here we hear how Tommy got in a fight with a guy at the bar who randomly attacked a waitress and got arrested. It's such a minor change, yet it say sooo much. It gives us more context in 3 ways. First Tommy, he saw something bad happening and tried to help and do the right thing, his instinct is helping others even if he gets caught up in trouble (he even says "it's not my fault THIS TIME"). We even saw a "combat veteran" sticker on his car and since it's 2003 I could imagine, that as soon as 9/11 happened he went to the army to serve his country, which would fit into the idea of "his first instinct is to help". Second the Outbreak day, through the first part of this episode we felt like the outbreak comes closer and closer, they put so much focus on ticking watches and timers, to show us that time is running out. Even though it could be a normal dude, who was drunk af and attacked random people, I could also imagine, that this was one of the first infected people. And third the relationship between Tommy and Joel, Joel knows his brother and that he probably did the right thing. Of course he's annoyed anyway, who would want to bail his brother out of jail after a long day at work and after getting comfortable on the couch with his daughter. But Joel doesn't hesitate and does it anyway. They had a great relationship and let's us wonder what happened that they split up, when we're in 2023. It's such a little thing they changed at yet it gave us so much, I love that.

Love the girl who play Sarah's acting

Man, even if you know the Sarah scene is coming, the fact that it can still hit you in the feels is a sign of a good show. P.S: I didn't notice Calvin hiding at all lmao.

It seems like that Sarah scene is harder to watch for people that already know it's coming. Like a feeling of helplessness to something that you know is going to break your heart.

I’m so happy they used the game’s score. I mean how could they not really, but still, it’s so wonderful to have that.

Pedro has played part of the game! He said in an interview that he made it pretty far but got stuck at a certain area of the game and his nephews had to do it for him.

5:38 I just realize this is Joel's favorite movie and I remember that scene in tlou part 2 when Ellie talk about it 😢

I'm really impressed by the pilot, how great they seem to be balancing the familiar with the new stuff. Joel (Pedro Pascal) seems to be owning the role already and so does Ellie (Bella Ramsey). Also, the polar opposites between Sarah (Nico Parker) and Ellie (Bella Ramsey) characters is so nicely juxtaposed in this series premiere where one fears killing while the other embraces it. The scene with Bella's character Ellie seeing how Joel just lunges towards the soldier and beats him to death, you can see in her eyes that's what she wants realizing she has to stick with him.

Honestly already my favorite video game adaptation of all time. Even as just a TV pilot without any context of the game many people are calling this amazing.

The first scene with John Hannah reminded me of the first scene in "I Am Legend", with the doctor in the news saying they discovered the cure for cancer.

the change i really like is the change that Joel is looking for Tommy, he's seemingly missing, whereas in the game they haven't talked for years. Joel really giving me the feeling of a protective older brother who will protect his lil bro even if his lil bro is kicking and screaming trying to get from his clutches cuz of everything big bro is dragging him along doing. And that's exactly what Joel is and i love that feeling. Tommy is the only feeling he has left, I enjoy that they make it clear that even if Tommy left, they still keep in contact to make sure the other is okay & it begs the question, what's happening with Tommy? is it just the game stuff or are they going to do something different with that?? Tommy in this is already one of my favorites.

I'm so happy this first episode was spot on and I love how they added some new things to add to story/lore to flesh it out it's amazing

The song at the end is Never Let Me Down Again by Depeche Mode one of the greatest 80s/90s bands in history. Their discography is perfect.

Holy shitballs, Calvin really gave me heart attack there 😂 What a jumpscare start, my poor heart 😂

My only complaint is they cut the 'Sir, she's just a kid,' line from the soldier before shooting Sarah. I always thought that was a great moment. Gave the guy a bit more humanity/showed how fucked everything was. And showed the audience that the higher ups were going ham already. I just recall the first time playing, and hearing that line, it really heightened the scene.

"Tommy, help me!" was such a great addition

The family said they took the old woman to the hospital to get medication I think that is where she got infected. And I like how Marline is played by the same person who played her in the game.

The lady in the pawn shop is actually speaking straight up Arabic, I appreciate that 🙏🏻

Not many people noticed that Marlene (queen firefly) is played by the same actress in the show and the game.

Fantastic start it’s insane seeing them re-create some of the scenes from the game I can’t wait to see clickers

The ending credits song is called Never Let Me Down Again by Depeche Mode, by favorite band ever . The song is about heroin addiction. I'm so happy that so many people are being exposed to their music 🤩

I think Gabriel Luna is perfect as Tommy, he even sounds like him. Can’t wait for the next episode.

I’m definitely impressed on what I’ve seen so far in the first episode. The camera work, the faithfulness to the source material from the game, Merle Dandridge returning as Marlene from the first game, Anna Torv as a good choice to play Tess, and Bella Ramsey embracing Ellie’s personality from the game. Also, Troy Baker, Ashley Johnson, and Jeffrey Pierce, who originally played Joel, Ellie, and Tommy, will be in the series later in the upcoming episodes as different characters. And Ashley Johnson will play Ellie’s late mother Anna.

20:38 song is Depeche Mode - Never Let Me Down Again

The Calvin reveal at 1:38 is one of the greatest moments in Blind Wave history. Besides that, I loved this first episode!

I got my friend who’s never heard of the games to watch because she’s a huge Pedro Pascal fan and she’s hooked already after this episode if you’re curious about how non-game fans feel

Calvin suddenly appearing as if from nowhere was gold “HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN-“ 😂

the first 30 minutes of this show was absolutely perfect. Set the tone, the seriousness of the outbreak, and Sarah's death which sets the emotional characteristics of Joel. I didn't think Pedro was the BEST option to cast for Joel, but he did a great job in this episode and convinced me that he is great for the role.

Im glad to watch a reaction from people who know the gameplay. Its cool to see new fans. But right now, sharing this experience with the fandom is emotionally and spiritually satisfying. The first episode was everything I hoped it would be. 10/10 so far. I hope the series continues this epicness. Love it :D

Ellie is already killing it, she might not look like her but I can already see that little rascal in her acting, can't wait for ep 2

The pre-pandemic scenes were brilliant. Had the hairs on the back of my neck standing up and I played the game lol. They absolutely nailed how you just KNOW in your gut something isn't quite right but she was a kid, so a little slow on the uptake. Genius.

I love that they show Joel’s selfishness earlier on, it’s really good foreshadowing

Seeing Aaron and Eric recognize John Hannah as Holden Radcliffe from Agents of Shield made me absurdly happy

This was possibly the best pilot episode to a series I’ve ever seen. A perfect start to the show and they’ve given me a lot of hope that they’ll do the game justice. 10/10

Amazing pilot episode! That car scene at the beginning as they tried to escape got me holding my breath. I felt like I was in the car with them! The casting is on point, and I can't wait to see your future reactions to this series.

I love the little details, just like when they encounter the soldier outside the wall it's the same sound that it happens in the game when there's an enemy nearby.

Honestly Texas could've been the whole episode! I was so into it! Great adaptation so far!

rewatched Calvin's entrance like 10 times

for the Sarah's death scene, I was like "I'll be fine I've played the game multiple times" and then shit hit me like a truck again. absolutely fantastic first episode. the stuff they added fills the whole story perfectly and the details from the game are mind blowing.

i really loved the first episode . Cannot wait for the next 8 episodes

Man I didn’t think that they could make Sarah’s death sadder, but man did I cry buckets of tears. Kudos to Pedro, Nico, and Gabriel for their acting in that scene.

The game's composer, Gustavo Santaolalla (two-time academy award winner for Brokeback Mountain, Babel), returned to compose new music for the game. In addition, the music he composed for the show will be (and was) utilized in the show. David Fleming is also a composer on the show. I imagine that he'll handle some of the more action-y music.

Calvin was channeling his inner American Sniper while he was hiding lol.

The scene when the skyscrapers are revealed by the lightning, that scene is from the game and there is a Clicker on one of the roofs you see in the flash of the lightning. The only thing they won’t be doing from the game is the spores, because it would make it necessary for the actors to be wearing gas masks too often. I so wish Gabriel Luna had gotten his Disney Plus Ghost Rider show, he’s so good.

Amazing first episode, Pedro Pascal absolutely nailing it as Joel... however I will remain cautiously optimistic about the show until we're a couple more episodes in but still 9/10 1st episode

I knew I recognized Tessa! She's the professor from Mindhunter! Love her, she looks like a new Cate Blanchett

I was waiting so much for this reaction, as a big fan of the games and your channel, I hope to see your videos every week :)

I been waiting all day for this ngl. Love your reactions

The Old lady zombie from the movie Legion was terrifying....the one where Paul Bettany plays an Angel

I will kinda miss spores because it was a big flex for Ellie to not have a mask but fight people who can’t afford to lose it.

i've been a fan of the games since i was 9 years old and i was sosososo amazed and impressed with the first episode and kept saying wow every few minutes !!! i also cried when i first heard the music with the opening credits lol

Man Pascal made such a strong impression as Oberyn I'm glad he's gotten so much work

‘’I didn’t love the game’’ Rick… Why am I not surprised 🤣

I was also so pleasantly surprised to see Holden Radcliffe and Robbie Reyes in the same TV episode again!

Pedro Pascal did an amazing job, and so did the rest of the cast! I haven't seen the gameplay, but I knew a few spoilers including the Sarah scene. I love how despite knowing what's going to happen, she still managed to make us cry. Brilliant acting, sad we aren't getting more from her actress!

This show did so good with recreating the feeling I had when playing the game, specifically before Joel’s daughter was shot and he was being chased by the infected guy, the feeling of them being right behind me and I wasn’t going fast enough was perfectly recreated

I saw the comments about Calvin and fully thought he was hiding behind Ricks chair 😂. I even noticed the decor and thought ‘how thematic!’. Fool that I am.

It feels illegal to be this early. But I am so glad you guys loved this! Pedro Pascal is so perfect for this role, but the voice actors will be making guest appearances later in the show.

1:40 I cracked up 😂. What a great cut. “HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN…..”

Literally been waiting for this reaction all day. Much love yall

Removing the spore spread of fungi for the show just makes sense. Firstly, yes it's overly strong and hard to defend why everyone wouldn't be infected after 20+ years of fungal spread. But secondly it would've forced the actors to spend possibly the majority of the movie masked up anytime there was "infected suspense" in play. It's primarily a visual medium and we as viewers need to see their faces as much as possible.

Ever since I played this game when I was a kid I immediately said that would make a good movie. Years later it’s here as a series it’s sooo cool to see. So far so good, casting is great. 🔥

When Calvin came out of hiding I legit got a jump scare like my body took a screen shot😂😂

I knew that one scene was coming and it still made me sob so badly.

i watched this with my dad who knows nothing about the games and he fucking loved it and now we're gonna watch all the episodes together as they come out

Yay, been waiting all day for this to drop.

Man, the whole episode was good, but it's criminal how good that ending was. The editing, song choice, slow zoom on the game-accurate cityscape illuminated by lightning as infected sounds play... so good. Also, if an '80s song means code red on Bill and Frank's end, I think that broadcast may have been referring to what Joel discovers later on.

So glad you guys just watched this and didn't get distracted taking notes.

The Last of Us Part 1 has one of my favorite stories in a game. I am really happy with Episode 1 of the HBO Max show. I can't wait for more episodes.

Nice, you guys reacting to this show is going to be great

Watched the episode today! SO GOOD! As someone who has played the games, I was geeking out so much!

First episode is so good. Pedro made me cry with his performance. Such a great actor.

One episode in and already the best live action video game adaptation ever made.

Aaron is just the sweetest, isn't he?

I like when the guard spotted Joel and them, it had the same sound que when you get spotted in game

I havn't seen anybody mention this but has anybody noticed that they have changed the level of violence from a video game (you have endless bad guys to shoot/the world doesn't have to keep up a population) to a more reasonable kill count without breaking tension that the possible violence could outbreak.

"It's like seeing Santa die" Bro I'm dead 😂

Perfect episode to start off the series.

Regarding Aaron's theory about the biscuits; ergot (specifically mentioned in that interview at the start) is actually a fungal infection in wheat, so it being in the flour is actually very feasible.

I've been waiting for this vid!! Can't wait to see your reaction

I genuinely think this could be the best video game adaptation of all time, this first episode was brilliant. I know we are only 1 episode in but i have high hopes for the rest of the show :)

I liked this too much… even though I watched my roommate go through the gameplay… I got so invested and devastated at the same time…. I cried so much

Neil got us with the truck almost being t-boned.

I never played the game and I didn't know anything about it until my friend told me it's fungi related. I am fascinated with fungi and I'm a fan of Pedro and Bella so i was interested in watching. I loved it. Can't wait for the rest.