From Hell’s Kitchen to the Apocalypse: Daredevil: Born Again & TLOU Reviewed

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In this episode of Scene N Nerd, Sarah and Will are diving headfirst into the wild world of TV, tackling the season finale of "Daredevil: Born Again" and the highly-anticipated premiere of "The Last of Us" season two. They start with exciting news: the Oscars are finally adding a stunt design category! About time, right? (0:00)

Next up, they dig into "Daredevil: Born Again," where they break down the intense character dynamics and the show’s darker vibes. The hosts share their mixed feelings about the pacing and storytelling choices, especially when it comes to Kingpin’s power moves and the emotional rollercoaster of Matt Murdock and Karen Page. Is the finale a satisfying wrap-up or just a tease for what’s next? Tune in to find out! (5:20)

Then, Sarah and Will switch gears to chat about the much-anticipated return of "The Last of Us." They discuss the time jump and how Ellie and Joel’s relationship is evolving. With new characters popping up and the show continuing to tackle heavy themes of survival and morality in a post-apocalyptic world, the emotional weight of this episode is hard to ignore. (37:35)

As they wrap things up, the hosts ponder what the season’s narrative choices might mean for the future of both series. They invite you to join the conversation and share your thoughts on the latest happenings in these beloved shows.

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