I went silent about TOG in the wake of jumping ship over to 9-1-1, but I’m happy that I’m making my way back.
There’s been a lot happening the world of The Old Guard. While there was not a “TOG Takeover” this time around (the mod running the account had some personal life things come up to keep them from doing a full event), the fans have been celebrating since the moment it hit midnight in the first time zone that made it July 10th (while I’m in one of the last, for context). It’s been a great day seeing fans and artists come out of the woodwork to celebrate this groundbreaking film. Heck, there’s going to be a massive fan watch later on today, which I’ll be unfortunately missing because of the time it’s starting (prior engagement).
On another note, fans have come flocking back because filming has started in Italy! This isn’t a rumor, it’s fact. Most of the cast has been seen on set, and the two that haven’t (Matthias Schoenaerts and new cast member Henry Golding) have been seen on social media either with the cast or in costume. (We think we saw Matthias as Booker in one shot, but there was a bag over the person’s head, so it can’t be confirmed.)
It’s been a long time since I really sat down and thought about this film. Not that I haven’t watched it (no, I literally watched it two weeks ago with Mom for the 80th time, it still holds up). But thinking about the world, about the comics, and everything that has come because of it. I’m even starting to work on fic for the film again, which may or may not pan out – it’s been over a year and fandom trends shift.
Because filming started on June 13th, it’s in the realm of possibility that by the time this day rolls around again next year, we might have a release date for the sequel, or a trailer, or (and this is a reach) the sequel itself! I’m keeping positive about the thought of it.
But in any event, it’s a great day to think about a great film!
Until next time!
