Post-Apocalyptic Parenting

Joel, Ellie, and what Dad does during the end times.

In anticipation of The Last of Us returning to our screens this weekend, and in the spirit of Naughty Dog’s constant re-releasing of the games, I’m happy to share this remastered version of an essay I wrote after the show's first season wrapped. So far, HBO’s adaptation has hewn close to the game’s narrative, and the showrunners have indicated the remai…