The Old Guard 2 (2025)

The Old Guard 2 features LGBTQ+ characters, but their relationships, particularly Joe and Nicky's, are significantly downplayed and sanitized compared to the first film. This diminished portrayal, lacking previous intensity and emotional connection, results in a neutral net impact, as the queer elements are present but not central or affirming.

The film centers on strong female leads, including two women over 40, who are featured in prominent combat roles. These characters engage in and are victorious in close-quarters physical battles against male opponents, maintaining a women-centric narrative.