HBO’s “The Last of Us” has its fans and, of course, critics. Actress Storm Reid shared her thoughts on one thing that has raised ire among some viewers of the HBO drama: the depiction of same-sex relationships.
The 19-year-old star spoke in an interview about the homophobic backlash following Episode 3, which focused on the love story between characters Bill, played by Nick Offerman, and Frank, played by Murray Bartlett.
Reid is featured in episode 7 as Riley, who has her own queer love story on the show with co-star Bella Ramsey.
“Like Bella said when Episode 3 came out: if you don’t like it, don’t watch it,” Reid told Entertainment Weekly. “We are telling important stories. We’re telling stories of people’s experiences, and that’s what I live for. That’s what makes good storytelling, because we’re telling stories of people who are taking up space in the world.”
As for his own storyline on the show, Reid said, “It’s 2023. If you’re worried about who I love, I need you to get your priorities straight.”
“There are so many other things to worry about in life,” she said. “Why are you worried that these young people – or anyone – love each other? Love is beautiful, and the fact that people have such things to say about it is absurd.”
“The Last of Us” is based on a popular video game of the same name.
Source: CNN Brasil
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