Here’s why Netflix’s ‘The Old Guard’ is groundbreaking

The new Netflix adaptation of “The Old Guard” graphic novel might be the most radical superhero movie made so far.
Sure, the plot doesn’t immediately signal this: The story follows four immortal soldiers who for centuries have fought the good fight for humanity, and just as they take on a new recruit they come under fresh attack from powerful forces.
But look a little closer: The team’s commander is a woman, Andromache of Scythia — Andy, for short — played by