NetflixThe Old Guard (2020)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.2
Overview
Four undying warriors who've secretly protected humanity for centuries become targeted for their mysterious powers just as they discover a new immortal.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
NetflixBias Dimensions
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: High
LGBTQ: Positive
Female Combat: Yes
Islam: Positive
Overview
Four undying warriors who've secretly protected humanity for centuries become targeted for their mysterious powers just as they discover a new immortal.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
NetflixDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The film leans left primarily due to its central conflict, which critiques corporate greed and the exploitation of human biology for profit, alongside its emphasis on a diverse group using their power for a greater, often anti-establishment good.
The movie features a highly diverse main cast, including prominent Black characters and a central gay couple, reflecting intentional DEI-driven casting choices. The narrative, however, does not explicitly critique traditional identities, with the villain's motivations stemming from greed rather than his identity.
Secondary
The Old Guard features Joe and Nicky, an openly gay immortal couple whose centuries-long relationship is depicted with profound love, dignity, and strength. Their bond is central to their characters and the team dynamic, serving as an affirming portrayal of queer love that is celebrated and respected within the narrative.
The film features multiple female characters, including Andy and Nile, who repeatedly engage in and win close-quarters physical fights against several male opponents. Their victories are achieved through martial skill, strength, and melee weapon use.
Joe's Islamic faith is depicted respectfully, and his relationship with Nicky powerfully illustrates how love and shared humanity can transcend historical religious conflict, promoting understanding and unity.
The Old Guard film adapts its characters directly from the comic book series. All main characters, including Andy, Nile, Booker, Joe, Nicky, Copley, and Quynh, retain the same gender as established in the original source material. No instances of gender swapping were identified.
The film adapts the comic book series where the main characters' races are consistent with their on-screen portrayals. No character established as one race in the source material is depicted as a different race in the film.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
7.2
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.7
7.1
Critic Ratings
8.0
7.0
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