As a die-hard fan of The Old Guard since its explosive debut four years ago, I can’t help but feel like one of their immortal characters, stuck in a perpetual wait for the next installment. It’s been a rollercoaster ride with the delays, and it seems that Netflix is our very own Krypton, causing repeated destruction on our timeline!
It’s been four years since Charlize Theron, who played in “Mad Max: Fury Road” and won an Oscar, headlined the Netflix action series “The Old Guard”. You know we mere mortals, right? Despite this, the sequel is set to beaming next year for a shockingly taking place Vancouver, with “The Old Guard 2 has taken an unexpected turn in production, as it will now be filmed in Vancouver, Canada.
I’ve just learned that there will be additional filming for “The Old Guard 2” taking place from October 7th to October 18th, 2024, as disclosed by the Union of British Columbia Performers, UBCP/ACTRA. This shooting is happening two years after the sequel initially began its production with the cameras rolling.
At the moment, specifics about extra filming are unclear, though it may involve reshoots with main actors, as the project has likely undergone changes during its prolonged production process. Additional shots, scenes, or potential alterations due to feedback from audiences or studios could also be part of this extra work on——–
What Is Taking The Old Guard 2 So Long?
The significant hold-up in releasing The Old Guard 2 stems from a shift in leadership at Netflix, as revealed by Charlize Theron. She has shared that this change is the cause of the repeated postponements. However, Theron expressed her enthusiasm about the upcoming comic book movie sequel, stating that she is “can’s wait for viewers to share it with audiences’ reactions from the audiences’shedge her bets on the reception of the sequel by audiences.
Netflix underwent a significant transformation, which unfortunately caused us some issues and led to a halt in our post-production work about five weeks into the process.
“They’ve been undergoing numerous transformations, which I completely get. We’ve resumed work on it now, and I’m genuinely thrilled about it. It’s truly excellent. This film holds significant value for us. I was only keen to be a part of it if we could make it exceptional. I have a deep affection for this movie.”
According to the graphic novel penned by Greg Rucka, the film titled The Old Guard made its debut on Netflix in 2020. The story revolves around a band of mercenaries who also happen to be immortal, having lived for centuries. Their unique ability allows them to heal themselves. In their initial mission, they uncover a secret about themselves that someone has discovered, compelling them to battle to safeguard their independence.
Under the guidance of director Gina Prince-Bythewood and scriptwriter Greg Rucka, “The Old Guard” featured an impressive cast including Charlize Theron, KiKi Layne, Matthias Schoenaerts, Marwan Kenzari, Luca Marinelli, Harry Melling, Veronica Ngo, and Chiwetel Ejiofor. This Netflix production was a massive success, garnering widespread acclaim in its initial four weeks, with over 72 million households tuning in to watch it.
Details about The Old Guard 2 are being kept secret, but it’s expected to follow the storyline of the second comic book, Force Multiplied, published by Image Comics in 2020. In this continuation, Charlie Theron’s character Andy is shown grappling with past misdeeds. The returning cast members from the first film, including Theron, Kiki Layne, Luca Marinelli, Veronica Ngo, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Matthias Schoenaerts, and Marwan Kenzari, are set to reprise their roles. Additionally, Kill Bill’s Uma Thurman and Snake Eyes’ Henry Golding have joined the cast for The Old Guard 2.
It’s anticipated that the sequel to “The Old Guard” will debut in 2025. You can currently stream the original film on Netflix.
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2024-09-03 19:02