Pedro Pascal Shares His Protective Nature in 'The Last of Us'

Synopsis

Actor Pedro Pascal reveals his deep emotional connection to his character Joel in 'The Last of Us'. Sharing insights at a press conference, he discusses the challenges and protective instincts he relates to while portraying a father figure in a dystopian world. The second season premieres on HBO on April 13.

Key Takeaways

Pedro Pascal feels a strong connection to his character.
He acknowledges the emotional toll of portraying Joel.
Pascal describes himself as fiercely protective.
He looks forward to the success of season 2 of 'The Last of Us'.
Storytelling serves as a cathartic experience.

Los Angeles, April 6 (NationPress) Hollywood actor Pedro Pascal is comparing his own experiences to those of his character in the streaming series 'The Last of Us'.

The 49-year-old actor, who portrays a resilient and protective father figure to Ellie (played by Bella Ramsey, 21) in a world-altering apocalypse, expressed that he resonates with the protective nature of his character Joel during a press conference with the cast, as reported by 'People' magazine.

"I’m quite fiercely protective", Pascal stated ahead of the season 2 premiere on HBO on April 13. "I’m protective of those I love. I think that’s the primary aspect I connect with."

According to 'People', Pascal also recognized the psychological strain that comes with embodying a character like Joel, mentioning, "This experience is unlike any I’ve had. It’s challenging to separate the characters’ struggles from my own emotions."

"In a manner that isn’t particularly healthy", he admitted. "I genuinely feel their pain, which puts me in a somewhat unhealthy mindset."

He expressed enthusiasm for the upcoming season of the acclaimed series, which is based on the video game 'The Last of Us', attributing its success to the extensive effort invested in its production.

"It’s thrilling to provide everyone with another season of a show that has resonated with so many and that everyone has dedicated themselves to," the actor remarked.

Set in a post-apocalyptic landscape, Pascal also reflected on the experience of filming a series that can mirror our current reality. "Storytelling has always been cathartic in numerous ways," Pascal noted.