What did you guys think of Robin Hood (2010)?

Jessica Gonzalez said:I mean, the movie isn't perfect, but in this era of YouTube and Facebook, people mostly just click "like" or "dislike," which I guess ends up giving this Robin Hood a lower rating than some total junk like Film Noir. The cinematography is great and you can tell a lot of effort went into it, so maybe it should only be compared to movies in its own league rather than getting those extreme "this is the worst movie ever" reviews. People who post stuff like that probably just don't have much going on upstairs.

Personally, I found that bit where they flirt with modern social behaviors a little annoying, kind of like in First Knight (or whatever that movie with Heath Ledger was called).

You mean A Knight's Tale?

That film is essentially a lark; it doesn't even attempt to be overly serious (for what it's worth, I think the movie is excellent). You can hardly draw a comparison between it and Robin Hood.

Laura Martinez2 said:You mean A Knight's Tale?

That film is essentially a lark; it doesn't even attempt to be overly serious (for what it's worth, I think the movie is excellent). You can hardly draw a comparison between it and Robin Hood.

I didn't mean they were identical, but I suppose there are some less serious elements along those lines (like the prince and his lover being in front of his mother, or that rural party scene, etc.). If a film is meant to be serious, maybe scenes like that don't really fit. But yeah, the way the movie occasionally veers into those lighter tones is my main critique, I guess.

I caught a movie the other day, and I have to say—it was quite good... actually, let me rephrase that—it was pretty damn good.👍
I haven't even glanced at the clock once—time just absolutely flew by!😁

The camera is absolutely top-notch—really impressed with the quality here.🙏
Russell Crowe and Cate Blanchett—now those two are truly something else! I was just thinking about their chemistry again—it’s one of those rare things where you just know the screen is going to light up when they share a scene together. There's such a grounded, powerful energy between them that feels so effortless. 👍👍 By the way—and this isn't even about the movie—but I can’t help but notice that Cate Blanchett just seems to get more stunning with every passing year. It's actually quite impressive!😁

I have to say, the comedic beats in this movie were such a pleasant little surprise—honestly, they caught me completely off guard! I wasn't quite expecting much in the way of laughs, but those witty moments really lifted the whole experience. It’s funny how a bit of well-placed humor can totally change your perspective on a film, isn't it?👍

I don't think this one quite earned that "excellent" rating from me—it just had a few hiccups that felt unnecessary. For instance, those scenes with Marianne and the kids right in the middle of the battle felt a bit misplaced, and then there was that shot of Russell Crowe emerging and tearing through the action... plus, following the arrow from a first-person perspective? It just felt like filler to me.
Honestly, I would recommend this movie to just about anyone—no hesitation at all.

I’ve noticed quite a few people chiming in with complaints about how much certain stories stray from actual historical facts... but honestly, I’ve always wondered—since when was Robin Hood considered a real historical figure anyway?🤷
I have this nagging feeling that a lot of people walked into the theater with a very specific set of expectations—almost like they had a script in their heads already. Then, the second the movie veered off that predictable path, they just decided the whole thing was a failure. Honestly? I went in totally blind—I didn't even know what to expect—so nothing could catch me off guard. I just leaned into the story, let it take me along for the ride, and ended up having a great time.☕

nimblesurfer17 said:I caught a movie the other day, and I have to say—it was quite good... actually, let me rephrase that—it was pretty damn good.👍
I haven't even glanced at the clock once—time just absolutely flew by!😁

The camera is absolutely top-notch—really impressed with the quality here.🙏
Russell Crowe and Cate Blanchett—now those two are truly something else! I was just thinking about their chemistry again—it’s one of those rare things where you just know the screen is going to light up when they share a scene together. There's such a grounded, powerful energy between them that feels so effortless. 👍👍 By the way—and this isn't even about the movie—but I can’t help but notice that Cate Blanchett just seems to get more stunning with every passing year. It's actually quite impressive!😁

I have to say, the comedic beats in this movie were such a pleasant little surprise—honestly, they caught me completely off guard! I wasn't quite expecting much in the way of laughs, but those witty moments really lifted the whole experience. It’s funny how a bit of well-placed humor can totally change your perspective on a film, isn't it?👍

I don't think this one quite earned that "excellent" rating from me—it just had a few hiccups that felt unnecessary. For instance, those scenes with Marianne and the kids right in the middle of the battle felt a bit misplaced, and then there was that shot of Russell Crowe emerging and tearing through the action... plus, following the arrow from a first-person perspective? It just felt like filler to me.
Honestly, I would recommend this movie to just about anyone—no hesitation at all.

I’ve noticed quite a few people chiming in with complaints about how much certain stories stray from actual historical facts... but honestly, I’ve always wondered—since when was Robin Hood considered a real historical figure anyway?🤷
I have this nagging feeling that a lot of people walked into the theater with a very specific set of expectations—almost like they had a script in their heads already. Then, the second the movie veered off that predictable path, they just decided the whole thing was a failure. Honestly? I went in totally blind—I didn't even know what to expect—so nothing could catch me off guard. I just leaned into the story, let it take me along for the ride, and ended up having a great time.☕

I envy you, 🙄

rustyscout31 said:I envy you, 🙄

But what exactly is the point of using "eye rolls"? 🤷
If you aren't prepared for a movie to surprise you, just watch the trailers beforehand—maybe read up a bit on the plot and all that—so that when the film doesn't perfectly match your expectations, it doesn't end up ruining the entire experience for you...

Maybe I shouldn't even bother commenting since I haven't actually watched the movie yet—and honestly, I probably won't—but there are a few things I noticed in the trailers. Specifically, the historical accuracy regarding the gear is just MASSIVELLY off... You have Cate Blanchett wearing a 15th-century German sallet in a film set at the end of the 12th century. 😵
Then there's that 14th-century bascinet on the king's head. Seriously, if I knew who their lead historical consultant was, I'd stick them on a spike and crown them with Cate Blanchett's sallet while I was at it.
And those landing ships... do I even need to go any further?

Keith Kelly3 said:It doesn't look half bad, though for me, nothing beats the 1938 version.

Kate Harris4 said:What a garbage movie! Just total nonsense!

If you want to see what a real movie looks like, go watch The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938)👍




The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938) is the only Robin Hood flick worth a damn—I just rewatched it and man, it blew me away. It’s an absolute masterpiece, and Errol Flynn plays Robin with so much heart he basically becomes the character.

Now, look, Russell Crowe is one of my favorites, don't get me wrong, but I really don't think he could even come close to capturing the essence of Robin the way Errol Flynn did. It’s just not the right fit for Russell.

Seriously, if you haven't seen "The Adventures of Robin Hood" from '38, stop what you're doing and go watch it. It's incredible.

cosmiclynx57 said:I mean, it's possible, but honestly? I'm not even gonna touch those reviews or say anything else until I see it with my own eyes, though I've got a bad feeling that we'll never actually see a Robin movie that can ever top the absolute legend that is the original The Adventures of Robin Hood from 1938.

Errol Flynn was one of a kind. Still hasn't been topped as Robin. 👍



Watched the new one last night. For how long it is, it actually flew by. It was entertaining enough, I guess, even if it didn't have much to do with the actual story or what I expected. There are definitely some issues—the editing is all over the place, jumping from the village raid to them riding horses to planting wheat and back to the raid 😕—maybe it was just our local theater, but my friend and I were both sitting there wondering what the hell was happening 🤷. Then there's that final battle where she sinks for a few minutes under all that gear 🤣 only to be brought back to life by a single kiss 🙄, not to mention that random princess at the start who just vanishes after one scene... plenty of things to nitpick if you're looking for them
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After watching that, I'm totally pumped to rewatch the original. Doing it today. 🙂

It’s actually a pretty solid movie; it’s a slightly different take on Robin Hood, but it definitely still holds its own!

I actually liked the movie; it was pretty decent. There were moments where things like Cate Blanchett or those kids fighting the Frenchmen felt a bit silly, or that whole "everyone is equal" trope was just a total fail. But overall, the good stuff outweighed the bad. What really stood out to me, though, was how they made Robin Hood more of a partisan than even Marshall. 🙄
Dorrin's points about the "original" story don't really apply because this all takes place before that, which is the whole point of the concept. It’s a shame the execution wasn't better. I wouldn't be against a sequel. 🙂

Big mistake reading the comments here before watching, so I went in expecting a disaster... turns out it’s actually not bad.
Look, it’s not the greatest thing ever, but it definitely isn't trash.

First off, let's get one thing straight: the whole Robin Hood story never really did much for me. You know, the merry men in the woods, stealing from the rich...🙄 just fairy tale stuff.
I get that people wanted a classic fable since that's what the title says, but they also marketed it as something different. I tried watching it without those expectations, and honestly, I ended up liking it quite a bit.
Someone claimed the music sucked, but I gotta disagree there. There are some killer moments, gorgeous scenery, and it’s not even too long. Ridley Scott was clearly trying to tell a grittier, more dignified version of the story than the previous ones.

That Errol Flynn stuff is just a snooze fest after a Sunday lunch, and I won't even touch the Kevin Costner version.
The "I love you" parts didn't bother me either; it didn't feel overly sappy to me, just decent. Maybe this isn't the movie for hardcore Robin Hood fans who want black-and-white characters where everyone is purely good or evil. If you're looking for guys in tights and pointy shoes shooting arrows and partying in the forest, this isn't it. But that’s exactly why I liked it.
There are funny scenes, solid music, great landscapes, and the characters seem totally fine to me.

LIGHT SPOILERS:

The only thing that annoyed me was that nonsense with Marianne charging into the final battle, and those kids from the forest were completely pointless, especially that charge at the end.

It’s not the worst movie ever made, and it’s not even the worst thing I’ve seen in the last year. That spot is still firmly held by that 2012 piece of crap.🤦

My advice? Just watch it.

By the way, someone compared Marianne in this flick to Arwen, and I just don't see the connection at all.🤷

granitefox16 said:Big mistake reading the comments here before watching, so I went in expecting a disaster... turns out it’s actually not bad.
Look, it’s not the greatest thing ever, but it definitely isn't trash.

First off, let's get one thing straight: the whole Robin Hood story never really did much for me. You know, the merry men in the woods, stealing from the rich...🙄 just fairy tale stuff.
I get that people wanted a classic fable since that's what the title says, but they also marketed it as something different. I tried watching it without those expectations, and honestly, I ended up liking it quite a bit.
Someone claimed the music sucked, but I gotta disagree there. There are some killer moments, gorgeous scenery, and it’s not even too long. Ridley Scott was clearly trying to tell a grittier, more dignified version of the story than the previous ones.

That Errol Flynn stuff is just a snooze fest after a Sunday lunch, and I won't even touch the Kevin Costner version.
The "I love you" parts didn't bother me either; it didn't feel overly sappy to me, just decent. Maybe this isn't the movie for hardcore Robin Hood fans who want black-and-white characters where everyone is purely good or evil. If you're looking for guys in tights and pointy shoes shooting arrows and partying in the forest, this isn't it. But that’s exactly why I liked it.
There are funny scenes, solid music, great landscapes, and the characters seem totally fine to me.

LIGHT SPOILERS:

The only thing that annoyed me was that nonsense with Marianne charging into the final battle, and those kids from the forest were completely pointless, especially that charge at the end.

It’s not the worst movie ever made, and it’s not even the worst thing I’ve seen in the last year. That spot is still firmly held by that 2012 piece of crap.🤦

My advice? Just watch it.

By the way, someone compared Marianne in this flick to Arwen, and I just don't see the connection at all.🤷

Maybe it's because Cate Blanchett is playing her own grandmother in Lord of the Rings?... I don't know, just a thought... 😁

So, just a quick little edit here—I realized I might have been a bit fuzzy on the family tree! Basically, Galadriel is actually Arwen's grandmother... see, Galadriel had a daughter named Celebrian, and then Celebrian and Elrond had Arwen... but apparently, back in the day, Celebrian was captured and mistreated by Orcs, and once she was finally rescued, she decided to head out to the Elven lands in the West... which explains why little Arwen doesn't have a mom around in Lord of the Rings... just a bit of tragic backstory, I guess... 😬

Morgan Rodriguez57 said:Maybe it's because Cate Blanchett is playing her own grandmother in Lord of the Rings?... I don't know, just a thought... 😁

So, just a quick little edit here—I realized I might have been a bit fuzzy on the family tree! Basically, Galadriel is actually Arwen's grandmother... see, Galadriel had a daughter named Celebrian, and then Celebrian and Elrond had Arwen... but apparently, back in the day, Celebrian was captured and mistreated by Orcs, and once she was finally rescued, she decided to head out to the Elven lands in the West... which explains why little Arwen doesn't have a mom around in Lord of the Rings... just a bit of tragic backstory, I guess... 😬

That’s why I’m asking, did anyone actually swap out Cate and Liv?😍

😁

granitefox16 said:Big mistake reading the comments here before watching, so I went in expecting a disaster... turns out it’s actually not bad.
Look, it’s not the greatest thing ever, but it definitely isn't trash.

First off, let's get one thing straight: the whole Robin Hood story never really did much for me. You know, the merry men in the woods, stealing from the rich...🙄 just fairy tale stuff.
I get that people wanted a classic fable since that's what the title says, but they also marketed it as something different. I tried watching it without those expectations, and honestly, I ended up liking it quite a bit.
Someone claimed the music sucked, but I gotta disagree there. There are some killer moments, gorgeous scenery, and it’s not even too long. Ridley Scott was clearly trying to tell a grittier, more dignified version of the story than the previous ones.

That Errol Flynn stuff is just a snooze fest after a Sunday lunch, and I won't even touch the Kevin Costner version.
The "I love you" parts didn't bother me either; it didn't feel overly sappy to me, just decent. Maybe this isn't the movie for hardcore Robin Hood fans who want black-and-white characters where everyone is purely good or evil. If you're looking for guys in tights and pointy shoes shooting arrows and partying in the forest, this isn't it. But that’s exactly why I liked it.
There are funny scenes, solid music, great landscapes, and the characters seem totally fine to me.

LIGHT SPOILERS:

The only thing that annoyed me was that nonsense with Marianne charging into the final battle, and those kids from the forest were completely pointless, especially that charge at the end.

It’s not the worst movie ever made, and it’s not even the worst thing I’ve seen in the last year. That spot is still firmly held by that 2012 piece of crap.🤦

My advice? Just watch it.

By the way, someone compared Marianne in this flick to Arwen, and I just don't see the connection at all.🤷

Sorry, but if you could explain why you wouldn't comment on that? To me, this is the most fun medieval movie ever.

I am officially done taking movie recommendations from anyone who suggested this one. I’ve been completely let down.
Beyond the fact that this isn't your standard Robin Hood story—it feels more like a tedious prologue to some outlaw legend—the lack of logic is just staggering... 🤦
For instance, we have Marianne, a woman who has spent ten years farming potatoes, suddenly swinging a sword like a seasoned veteran in the middle of a battlefield. It actually reminded me of Eowyn with that "It's for you Walter!" moment. Now, I can wrap my head around a character in Lord of the Rings who has lived in a castle for twenty-five years surrounded by trained warriors deciding to fight; that makes sense. But who taught Marianne how to fight? Did she practice her footwork against crows to save the harvest? Seriously, what was that?
Then there's Robin, who spends thirty years nursing the trauma of an absent father, only to have his entire worldview shift instantly after hearing a single line like, "You were there!" 🙄

The film drags itself along for two agonizing hours, only to rush through seventy-eight different plot points in a frantic six minutes and forty-nine seconds, serving as little more than a glorified trailer for a potential sequel. Honestly, I truly hope there isn't a second part; otherwise, I’ll just be sitting there again, wondering why I ever wasted my time.

Watched it today and here’s my take: very good movie. What I liked most was that different, prequel-style approach to the theme. The camerawork and production design are slightly less overwhelming than they were in Kingdom of Heaven, but still pretty impressive. The story holds together logically for the most part, though I have a few gripes to address.

The pacing drop after the opening war scenes is necessary; you have to slow down to adjust to life in the countryside. Actually, even that felt a bit rushed—Robin went from a ten-year-old soldier to a farmer 😁 practically overnight. I suspect if there’s ever a director's cut, they’ll add more footage there.

Someone mentioned the characters look too old! Give me a break, people live past 40. Warriors and peasants in the Middle Ages probably looked just as weathered and rugged. And as far as age goes, people over 40 have been shaping world history forever, with only a few exceptions like Alexander the Great.

Then there were complaints about how a village woman would handle a sword. Given that women were often left alone with children and the elderly, it makes perfect sense to me that they knew how to use a bow and arrow. As for the sword, Marianne was most successful when she caught enemies off guard at their sides or, more often, in the back when they weren't looking.

The landing was also handled relatively correctly (if we ignore the fact that the French never launched an invasion like that against the United Kingdom). It’s perfectly logical that the landing boats sail ahead of the larger ships—since they obviously launch from them—to approach the shallows. I don't know why some people act like they rowed all the way across the English Channel.

And then there was the whining about the pathetic "I love you" moment. Look, a warrior like Robin isn't exactly eloquent enough to deliver a grand speech right before heading into battle. It’s realistic, just as it’s realistic that Marianne is awkward when talking about her experience with a husband she only knew for a couple of weeks.

Sure, those kids on ponies look ridiculous in a fight, but hey, being on a horse—even one that small—is still an advantage over infantry that just landed and is already exhausted from rowing.

I’ve never been a huge fan of Russell Crowe, but he’s actually quite likable in this film. Max von Sydow is legendary, and Mark Strong is striking as Godfrey. King John looks more like an Italian or a Spaniard, but at least Cate Blanchett is stunning, even without a trace of makeup. 😍

Still, I was a bit surprised by how much Ridley Scott pushed his own specific ideas. Quite a topical film, I'd say. 😉

So, I finally sat down and watched the flick, and honestly? I was floored... Obviously, if I loved it, someone else is probably gonna hate my guts, but hey, taste is subjective and there’s no point arguing about it... If anyone is out there struggling to find a way to download the movie or just hunting for some basic info, I've got you covered right here: http://fastdownloadmovies.wordpress.com/

And before anyone starts complaining about torrents or claiming my link is just some shady blog, let me clear things up—I pulled this myself from a site I trust, so it should work 100% without any issues....

Final verdict: IT'S TOTALLY WORTH WATCHING, YOU WON'T REGRET IT!!!
I mean, considering it's a 2010 release, it still holds up beautifully.

Douglas Gonzalez4 said:I am officially done taking movie recommendations from anyone who suggested this one. I’ve been completely let down.
Beyond the fact that this isn't your standard Robin Hood story—it feels more like a tedious prologue to some outlaw legend—the lack of logic is just staggering... 🤦
For instance, we have Marianne, a woman who has spent ten years farming potatoes, suddenly swinging a sword like a seasoned veteran in the middle of a battlefield. It actually reminded me of Eowyn with that "It's for you Walter!" moment. Now, I can wrap my head around a character in Lord of the Rings who has lived in a castle for twenty-five years surrounded by trained warriors deciding to fight; that makes sense. But who taught Marianne how to fight? Did she practice her footwork against crows to save the harvest? Seriously, what was that?
Then there's Robin, who spends thirty years nursing the trauma of an absent father, only to have his entire worldview shift instantly after hearing a single line like, "You were there!" 🙄

The film drags itself along for two agonizing hours, only to rush through seventy-eight different plot points in a frantic six minutes and forty-nine seconds, serving as little more than a glorified trailer for a potential sequel. Honestly, I truly hope there isn't a second part; otherwise, I’ll just be sitting there again, wondering why I ever wasted my time.

You're exaggerating. 🙂The flashbacks kicked in the second he touched that hilt.

I really hope there isn't a sequel.

There won't be a sequel because Ridley Scott doesn't do sequels. But I'll take it if it happens. 😂

I just finished watching Robin Hood, and honestly, I don't think this movie would have landed half as well if Russell Crowe wasn't playing Robin. 😁 The production value is top-tier, and the scenery is absolutely stunning, though I did find the heavy-handed focus on those young boys and Marianne during the final battle a bit much. Also, that whole bit about burning the body of Walter Lostridge (Max von Sydow) felt a little off to me—as far as I know, cremation was pretty much a big no-no in traditional church doctrine until very recently.

It’s a solid piece of filmmaking. If I had one gripe, it’s that everyone viewed it through the shadow cast by 'Gladiator,' and honestly, it’s a tall order to replicate that kind of lightning in a bottle—especially when you're essentially looking at a mirror image with the same director, the same lead actor, and a similar historical backdrop.
All things considered, after all the nonsense we've seen lately, this feels like a genuine Robin Hood 👍

Man, this movie was seriously good—I am totally blown away!

After wading through all those trash reviews online and sitting through so many total flops, we finally got a legit Robin Hood story that actually works! 👍

The pacing is spot on, the casting is killer, and I have to give a huge shoutout to Russell, who absolutely crushed it as Robin. What I really loved about this take on the legend is how they actually managed to make Robin feel... well, real, you know? Since it's a prequel, I was fully expecting it to drag, so even though it clocks in at over two hours, I wasn't bored for a single second—every single minute felt necessary. Plus, they nailed the vibe perfectly, creating such an awesome atmosphere that just pulls you in.
And that ending? Man, it was perfect, totally staying true to that classic Robin Hood spirit.

Bottom line: it’s a fantastic flick and definitely worth your time if you haven't seen it yet.

My rating: 8/10