Summary
Lokiactor Sophia Di Martino disagrees with producer Kevin Wright about her character Sylvie’s role at the end ofseason 2. In what may be the last-ever episode ofLoki, a few loose ends are up for debate.
Lokiseason 2 concluded with Tom Hiddleston’s titular character sacrificing himself to save the multiverse. Much to the disappointment of the Loki/Sylvie shippers, the pair do not end up together, and the relationship is left up for interpretation.Lokiproducer Wright previously defended the decision and weighed in on the subject, stating that he doesn’t believe the relationship was downplayed. According to him, every decision Loki makes throughout the season is driven by his deep love for Sylvie, including his sacrifice in theLokiseason 2 ending.
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The Loki/Sylvie romance has been a topic of passionate discourse among fans since the airing of the bittersweet season finale, whichmay have changed Sylvie’s role, but even the show’s creators can’t seem to agree. Di Martino, who plays Sylvie, spoke withGamesRadarabout her take on what fans have dubbed the Loki and Sylvie ‘situationship.’ Although Di Martino says she found the poignant full-circle ending moving, she wasn’t keen on a season 2 romance between the pair. “It’s weird, isn’t it, because they’re variants of the same person? I think I just ship Sylvie and want her to be okay,” Di Martino said, suggesting her aversion to any love affair. Di Martino cited the complexity of the relationship and the long history between the two characters as another reason for her controversial opinion. However, she added that she does get a kick out of the fan theories and artwork.
Actors have been known to disagree with filmmakers before, like in the case of Ari Aster and Florence Pugh’s similar disagreementregarding theMidsommarending. Perhaps leaving something to the imagination makes for a more interesting watch. After clinging to the idea of a Loki/Sylvie on-screen relationship, fans must read between the lines, and the idea of their romance has sparked lively debates on social media.
Whether fans consider Loki’s love for Sylvie the main driving factor in the season or believe their spark fizzled out after season 1, both perspectives are held byLokicreatives and may be equally legitimate takes.
Lokiseasons 1-2 are now streaming on Disney Plus.
Loki
Loki is the shapeshifting Norse god, traditionally associated with trickery. Loki is also a fictional character used by Marvel Comics, first appearing in Venus #6 (August 1949). His characterization is often credited to Stan Lee, Larry Lieber, and Jack Kirby, starting in Journey into Mystery #85 (October 1962). While often portrayed as a supervillain and antihero, the character has come into popularity thanks to his appearance in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, portrayed by Tom Hiddleston.
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