The Old Guard 2

The ending of The Old Guard 2 takes a darker turn compared to the comic books and leaves many questions open. After Noriko, now called Quynh, returns from the ocean, she is filled with hatred for humanity, believing herself to be a devil sent to make humans suffer. She manipulates Andy into joining her, trying to turn her against her team. This causes a rift between Andy and the others, especially when Andy, overwhelmed by her past deeds as a brutal warrior, loses control in a rescue mission, slaughtering Noriko’s men in a fit of rage. This outburst exposes Andy’s darker history—her past as a slave trader who sold prisoners of war, a fact she struggles to hide from her teammates. Her words and actions reveal her inner turmoil and frustration with her own dark past, pushing her further away from her friends. Nile and the others desperately want Andy to reject violence and find peace, but Andy is overwhelmed by feelings of loneliness and betrayal. Noriko, seizing this moment, offers Andy friendship and plays on her fears of abandonment, further pushing her toward the dark side. By the film’s end, Noriko hints at forming a new, possibly sinister alliance, suggesting she either has other immortals or runs a crime syndicate. The story ends with the possibility of new conflicts on the horizon, leaving viewers wondering whether Andy will ultimately reconcile with her team or be pulled further into Noriko’s world. This ending explores themes of inner struggle, mistrust, and the corrupting influence of hatred and loneliness, setting the stage for future conflicts in the franchise.

Last Updated: July 09, 2025 at 12:40