ROBIN HOOD is a big lie, but "OK" action movie (review)

Rating: (Passable)

We're about to learn how much blatant fabrication movie audiences will endure. Robin Hood has almost nothing in common with the legendary tale it's based on, and I see no evidence that anyone involved in this film had a lick of interest in the legendary outlaw who stole from the rich and gave to the poor. Instead, we get a 45-year-old Russell Crowe (Robin) shooting and stabbing bands of Frenchmen in the forest. Don't get me wrong, this is a decent action flick, but Universal Pictures and Director Ridley Scott lied when they named it Robin Hood.

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New ROBIN HOOD trailer shows signs of a plot

I was surprised by Iron Man 2's trailer earlier this week. Now it looks like Robin Hood might be a good movie as well. The new trailer shows bits of the thieve's childhood and some nice battle sequences. It still looks too much like Gladiator 2, but to that I ask myself: what's wrong with a sequel to Gladiator? It was a great film, after all. We'll find out how it all pans out May 14. Until then, enjoy the trailer.