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Geek Tyrant
14 hours ago
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- Geek Tyrant
THE LAST OF US Season 2 Showrunner Was 'Terrified' to Film Joel's Brutal Death; 'What Bella Did There Was Pretty Shattering' — GeekTyrant
If you've played The Last of Us Part II , you probably still carry the emotional scar of Joel's brutal death at the hands of Abby. It's one of the most talked-about moments in gaming, and as you know, it made its way into HBO's second season of The Last of Us . Showrunner Craig Mazin recently spoke about the pressure of bringing that moment to life for the screen—and the emotional gravity it carries. He said: 'I think the one that I was the most eager to create on screen and terrified to create on screen was Joel's death, and specifically, really, when I think about it, it wasn't so much the mechanics of Joel dying—you don't want to recapture what somebody did, but what Ashley Johnson did in the game is heart rending. 'Something like that is so traumatic and binds you to this character in a way that you weren't bound before... you were bound in a different way to that character before—you were bound to Ellie in season one in the first game, as the person that Joel loved after being unable to love for so long. 'Well, here we're bound to Ellie now in a very different way. And what Bella did there was pretty shattering.' The emotional weight Bella Ramsey brings to Ellie is meant to reshape how we connect to the character on screen. While some game-to-screen adaptations soften their edges, The Last of Us has leaned in on the intensity, knowing that this is a turning point not just for Ellie, but for the entire story moving forward. In the game, Joel's murder is jarring partly because of how little explanation the player gets. Abby's rage is felt, but not fully understood until later. On the show, the pacing shifts. The adaptation leans into clarity, with Abby (played by Kaitlyn Dever) revealing her motives as she stands over Joel. She tells him about the 18 soldiers—and the 'unarmed doctor' he killed. That doctor was her father. And with chilling calm, she lets Joel know exactly what's about to happen. Joel's death lands in Episode 2 of The Last of Us season 2, now streaming on HBO and it's a gut-punch, but it's also the narrative fuel for everything to come. So, how did you feel seeing that scene play out on screen? Did it hit you the same way as the game—or differently? Via: GamesRadar+
Metro
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Avani gets the upper hand in EastEnders as Joel's twisted plan backfires
Avani Nandra-Hart (Aaliyah James) gets her own back on wicked Joel Marshall (Max Murray) in EastEnders next week. As viewers of the BBC One soap have seen, the teen has been receiving vicious online comments from her peers, after they discovered she lost her virginity. Poor Avani has been through quite a lot in the last six months – from her grandfather attempting to kill his ex-wife and her new spouse, to being strip searched at the police station. In the aftermath, she's turned to a life of drink and drugs and formed a troubling relationship with newcomer Joel. Little did she realise, he had secretly recorded their dalliance and shown his friend Tommy Moon (Sonny Kendall). His dad Ross (Alex Walkinshaw) found the footage, and ordered Joel to delete it – but he didn't. It soon transpired that it was this behaviour that had sparked their move to Walford from Australia, after he upskirted a girl in his class. Luckily for Avani, her old pal Barney Mitchell (Lewis Bridgeman) – who is harbouring his true feelings for her – is on hand to support her. The two will kiss in this week's episodes, but in upcoming scenes, things begin to change. In the thick of the drama, Barney spectacularly puts his foot in it with Avani,as she tries to support him following a difficult time in the Mitchell household. Not long after, things go from bad to worse when her mum Priya (Sophie Khan-Levy) intervenes, and coldly brushes off his attempt at a remorseful olive branch. Want to be the first to hear shocking EastEnders spoilers? Who's leaving Coronation Street? The latest gossip from Emmerdale? Join 10,000 soaps fans on Metro's WhatsApp Soaps community and get access to spoiler galleries, must-watch videos, and exclusive interviews. Simply click on this link, select 'Join Chat' and you're in! Don't forget to turn on notifications so you can see when we've just dropped the latest spoilers! Meanwhile, Avani eventually scores the upper hand as she turns the tables on Joel, whose clumsy attempt to publicly humiliate her ends in utter failure. He's left furious, while she walks away with her head held high. More Trending At the end of the week, Tommy sees red when his mum Kat Slater (Jessie Wallace) tells him that she's employed Amy Mitchell (Ellie Dadd) to babysit his younger siblings. Turning to Joel for support, the lads are left feeling very awkward as Amy lets rip, tearing strips off them for their treatment of Avani. Later, Joel decides that he and Tommy should use his dad Alfie's (Shane Richie) credit card to buy pornography online. View More » Will Joel's reign of terror ever end? MORE: EastEnders newcomer Joel's real-life mum is famous too – do you recognise her? MORE: All 41 EastEnders pictures for next week as tragedy rips a family apart MORE: All EastEnders spoilers for next week as tragedy is confirmed in car horror
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Will Billy Joel, 76, Ever Perform Again Following Latest Health Diagnosis?
Billy Joel won't be taking the stage anytime soon after being diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH). The "Piano Man" singer canceled all of his upcoming shows after getting the news, but will he officially retire from music? A source told People magazine that Joel, 76, doesn't have plans to leave the music scene completely. In fact, the source said that Joel hopes to get back on tour as soon as he's able. "He is happiest while performing. Music is, has been and will always be his life. He's not ready to retire," a music industry source told the outlet. Meanwhile, a source close to the "Uptown Girl" singer said that "he is not retiring and hopes to be able to resume performing as his recovery progresses." According to the Alzheimer's Association, NPH "is a brain disorder in which excess cerebrospinal fluid accumulates in the brain's ventricles, which are fluid-filled chambers." Patients suffering from NPH can experience a variety of symptoms that may include trouble walking due to balance issues, mild dementia, and/or loss of bladder control. Fortunately, however, patients with such a diagnosis can get better through treatment. NPH can be controlled or even reversed. Joel has not spoken out publicly about his diagnosis. According to People magazine, he's been doing physical therapy to help improve his symptoms. In a statement released to the public, Joel is "thankful for the excellent care he is receiving and is fully committed to prioritizing his health. He is grateful for the support from fans during this time and looks forward to the day when he can once again take the stage."Will Billy Joel, 76, Ever Perform Again Following Latest Health Diagnosis? first appeared on Men's Journal on May 28, 2025
New York Post
a day ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Billy Joel not attending Tribeca Film Festival doc premiere after brain disorder news
And so it goes, indeed. Billy Joel will not be attending the Tribeca Festival opening-night world premiere of his documentary 'And So It Goes' next Wednesday, The Post can exclusively reveal. The Piano Man will be sitting out on his big night after revealing that he was diagnosed with a brain disorder called normal pressure hydrocephalus. Advertisement 4 Billy Joel has canceled all of his upcoming tour dates. Getty Images 'Our hearts are with Billy Joel and his family following today's announcement,' Tribeca Festival co-founders Jane Rosenthal and Robert De Niro said in a statement on May 23. 'As a New York icon and global music legend, he has profoundly shaped the cultural fabric of this city and touched audiences around the world. We send our love and full support and wish him strength and a healthy recovery.' 'We're deeply honored that this year's Opening Night celebrates his remarkable legacy and enduring influence on New York's cultural landscape,' the statement continued. 'This is the perfect moment to recognize a creative force whose work reflects the very soul of our city—and the heart of Tribeca.' Advertisement Joel's brain disorder occurs when cerebrospinal fluid builds up inside the skull and presses on the brain, disrupting cognitive functioning. Due to his diagnosis, the 76-year-old music legend also canceled all of his upcoming tour dates. His team explained his condition became worse due to his recent concerts, which led 'to problems with hearing, vision and balance.' 4 Billy Joel ended his historic monthly residency at Madison Square Garden last July. Getty Images Advertisement 'Under his doctor's instructions, Billy is undergoing specific physical therapy and has been advised to refrain from performing during his recovery period,' the statement read last week. 'Billy is thankful for the excellent care he is receiving and is fully committed to prioritizing his health. He is grateful for the support from fans during this time and looks forward to the day when he can once again take the stage.' Joel added in his own statement: 'I'm sincerely sorry to disappoint our audience, and thank you for understanding.' But apparently, Joel isn't ready to retire. 4 Billy Joel performed at the 66th annual Grammy Awards in February 2024. AFP via Getty Images Advertisement 'He is happiest while performing,' a music industry insider told People on Tuesday. 'Music is, has been and will always be his life. He's not ready to retire.' On Monday, the artist's wife, Alexis Roderick Joel, whom he tied the knot with in a surprise ceremony in 2015, addressed fans on Joel's social media account. 'Thank you for the outpouring of love and support,' she wrote. 'We are so grateful for the wonderful care and swift diagnosis we received.' The pair share daughters Della, 9, and Remy, 7. 4 'Thank you for the outpouring of love and support,' Alexis Roderick Joel wrote on her husband's Instagram. billyjoel/Instagram Joel's ex-wife, Christie Brinkley, and their daughter, Alexa Ray Joel, have also publicly supported him. 'Dear Billy, The whole Brinkley gang is sending you lots of love and good wishes for a full and speedy recovery,' Brinkley, 71, wrote via Instagram on Saturday. 'I was looking for some cute photos of you and Alexa to send you, when I came across this clip from a recent concert. It made me laugh … but it also reminded me of all the joy you create, and all the sensational singalongs you've led.' Alexa, 39, for her part, shared: 'We love you and we got you, Pop! I just wanted to thank you all for the beautiful outpouring of love and support amid the recent news of My Father's health diagnosis. My Dad is the strongest and most resilient man I've ever known … and he's entirely committed to making a full recovery with ongoing physical-therapy treatments as he continues to regain his strength.'
Boston Globe
a day ago
- Boston Globe
Memorial Day without a car, part II
Easier said than done, of course. If you don't want to worry about traffic at all, you could try one of the transit-served This time last year, I asked readers for their ideas on T-accessible Memorial Day spots. Here are some of them. (And no, it usually doesn't take me quite this long to go through my emails): Advertisement Joel wrote to suggest that 'every stop on the Fitchburg Line past Belmont leads to some nice walking areas.' In West Concord, for instance, you can connect to the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail. From the Lincoln station, it's an easy connection to Jonas pointed out that when the train station in New Bedford opened – which it now has – one could easily get to the Cuttyhunk Island ferry, which docks Lauren approved of an idea I proposed — opening a new commuter rail station at Walden Pond. One could visit from the existing station, but it's not especially convenient. Commuter rail operator Keolis suggests taking the train to a Other ideas for fun, outdoor, T-accessible spots? Or, places that could be transit accessible but aren't? Advertisement This is an excerpt from , a Globe Opinion newsletter about the future of transportation in the region. Sign up to . Alan Wirzbicki is Globe deputy editor for editorials. He can be reached at
