The Last Of Us Riley Actress Storm Reid Discusses Heartbreaking Episode 7
The newest episode of HBO's The Last of Us is an adaptation of the game's Left Behind DLC, and it was majorly heartbreaking. Storm Reid, who plays Riley, spoke about the episode in a new interview with Collider in which she discussed a key scene with Ellie (Bella Ramsey) and offered up her thoughts on an alternate future for Riley and Bella. This story contains major spoilers.
In the episode, Riley takes Ellie on a trip to a local Boston mall and treats her to a wonderful night out before Riley plans to take off with the Fireflies, never to see Ellie again. The two have a grand time together, riding a carousel and playing arcade games. They eventually end up in a Halloween store, where they dance together and eventually kiss. Immediately after this, an infected attacks them, and both Riley and Ellie are bitten. Riley then presents Ellie with «two options» for what to do next, including taking the easy way out with her pistol or living the rest of their days together, however long that may be.
You need a javascript enabled browser to watch videos.
Want us to remember this setting for all your devices?
Sign up or Sign in now!
By clicking 'enter', you agree to GameSpot's Terms of Use and Privacy Policy
Now Playing: The Last Of Us Episode 7 Breakdown: Ellie And Riley Flashback | Left Behind DLC
Reid told Collider, «Of course, we wanted to serve justice to that scene, and didn't want to alter it in any way. But it was emotional, and I think we had to respect each other and respect each other's emotions, and listen to each other. I think that scene was big on listening.»
Reid said the scene was «beautiful» and «heartbreaking.» It was also one of the last scenes that Reid and Ramsey filmed together before Reid was due to
Read more on gamespot.com
