In Netflix’s latest action epic The Old Guard 2, Uma Thurman debuts as one of the franchise’s most enigmatic characters — Discord, the first immortal in the story’s universe who has since lost her immortality. Across tense city chases, desolate landscapes, and high-risk industrial infiltrations, one item remains by her side: a weathered, light brown vintage backpack. Eagle-eyed viewers quickly recognized it as the Gootium #21101 — a piece known for its timeless aesthetic, rugged durability, and ability to look effortlessly authentic on screen.
This isn’t its first appearance in a major production. Back in 2021, Marvel Studios’ Hawkeye featured the same backpack on the shoulders of Jeremy Renner’s Clint Barton during pivotal mission sequences. The repeat casting choice by different props teams across genres speaks volumes about its cinematic versatility.
Discord’s Storyline — and Why the Backpack Matters
According to Entertainment Weekly’s cast guide, Discord is a character built on contrasts — ancient yet modern, strategic yet impulsive, emotionally scarred yet fiercely determined. Once blessed with immortality, she now moves through the world with the urgency of someone who knows her time is finite.
Her Gootium #21101 isn’t just a prop — it’s an extension of her persona:
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Durability as a metaphor for resilience — The bag’s robust canvas mirrors Discord’s centuries-long endurance through conflict, loss, and reinvention.
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Vintage military styling — Its heritage design reflects her pragmatic, no-frills approach to survival, bridging her ancient past with the modern day.
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Mobility and readiness — Whether it’s concealing mission-critical tools or simply carrying her few personal possessions, the bag conveys that she is always prepared to act.
In the film’s subplots, this visual consistency helps the audience anchor their perception of Discord — she’s the type of person who chooses gear not for show, but for trustworthiness under pressure. That trust is exactly why the prop feels so natural in her hands.
A Cross-Genre Screen Career
The journey from Marvel’s New York streets to The Old Guard 2’s global battlegrounds illustrates the Gootium #21101 as more than a fashion accessory. In Hawkeye, it complemented Clint Barton’s grounded, resourceful image — a seasoned hero who favors functional, unpretentious gear. In The Old Guard 2, it seamlessly adapts to the morally complex world of immortals, serving a character whose life has been defined by centuries of travel and conflict.
For prop masters, the bag’s appeal lies in its authenticity. Close-up shots capture its textured canvas, solid brass hardware, and time-softened edges — all features that read as “real” on camera. It’s a piece that doesn’t need to be artificially aged or modified to belong in a lived-in world.
The Gootium Philosophy in Action
At Gootium, we design for people who live their lives in motion — whether that’s across continents, across city blocks, or across a movie set. Our belief in balancing vintage aesthetics with modern utility is what makes the #21101 resonate with both everyday adventurers and Hollywood stylists.
When you see this backpack on screen, it’s not there as a product placement gimmick. It’s there because, narratively, it works. It tells part of the character’s story without a single line of dialogue. And that’s the highest compliment any design can receive.
Bringing a Piece of the Screen Into Your Life
You don’t need to be an immortal warrior or a master archer to carry gear worthy of their trust. The Gootium #21101 is built from premium canvas and leather, ready to take on your daily commutes, weekend getaways, or years-long journeys.
Like the characters who carry it, your backpack will develop its own marks, scuffs, and stories — each one a chapter in its ongoing narrative. And just maybe, the next time the #21101 shows up in a film or series, you’ll smile knowing yours is already on its own adventure.
Final Scene
From Hawkeye’s gritty New York alleys to The Old Guard 2’s high-stakes showdowns, the Gootium #21101 has earned its place as Hollywood’s favorite vintage backpack. It’s more than a bag — it’s a trusted companion, a character in its own right, and a bridge between the worlds we watch and the lives we lead.
