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The Last of Us (2023)
What makes us human
The whingers in previous reviews, who complained about episodes that don't contribute to the plot have missed the more significant aspect of good narratives which are the thematic concerns, of their creators. Apocalyptic stories always draw attention to what makes us human and TLOU follows this trope. Bill is surviving the apocalypse in style, but when he lets a man into his home the trust he shows him enables them to build a life more meaningful than mere survival.
The main characters are on a journey that is important to the future of humanity, and despite their different fears they show courage & compassion for those who would suffer if the pandemic was to continue. Elly's character is, for me, an inspiration as she is a typical teenager in many ways but criticises the superficiality of teenage culture of the 2000's, choosing instead to "save the f...ing world". Young and old work together as Elly is supported and learns about the past from Joel & Joel begins to confront his past, that he has tried for so long to avoid. The many things that make us human are explored in this series reminding us that life is short and connection is what we need to be whole, not power.
Frankie Drake Mysteries (2017)
Nothing new but women get a boost
The storyline's are nothing special in this show and the production values do not compare with Murdoch Mysteries. In one scene where clues were pinned to a board and the girls were discussing the case, the notes were written in felt tip pen which was not even invented until 1926 and not in common use until the 50's. Of greater concern was the clumsy, modern hand writing. From the 1920's until at least the 50's, handwriting was beautiful and done with care.