'The Old Guard' is a slick and smart action blockbuster from Netflix

If nothing else, The Old Guard on Netflix is a great reminder of how satisfying it is to see Charlize Theron kick some ass. But make no mistake: There's plenty more to commend about director Gina Prince-Bythewood's take on the comic from Greg Rucka, which he also adapted here for film.

Theron stars as Andromache of Scythia...