The Death of Robin Hood is a 2026 American thriller film starring Hugh Jackman as Robin Hood in a dark adaptation of the 17th-century ballad Robin Hood's Death. Written and directed by Michael Sarnoski, the film also stars Jodie Comer, Bill Skarsgård, Murray Bartlett, and Noah Jupe. It follows an aged Robin, who is tormented by his past killings as an outlaw and living in self-imposed exile. When he is wounded,…
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The Death of Robin Hood (2006) is one movie that caught my attention last week while I was searching for a movie to watch on the movie box.
It is an action drama and historical movie directed by Michael Sarnoski, starring Hugh Jackman, Jodie Comer, and Bill Skarsgård.
I used to hear about the legendary Robin Hood movie, but I have not watched it before. When I saw this one, I was like, okay, let me give this one a trial and luckily I didn't lay my hands on the wrong one.
The Death of Robin Hood is a movie about the aging, mighty legendary outlaw, Robin Hood, who used to steal from the rich and give to the poor. His past glory quickly faded, and his violent deeds became his worst nightmares.
The movie started with the legendary outlaw, Robin Hood, and his friend Little John, who together went to rescue Little John's beloved family of Little John.
Unfortunately, things went south; the wife of Little John was murdered in the process, leaving Little Margaret, their daughter. The battle was won, but Old Robin Hood, whose strength was already diminishing, sustained a severe injury which placed him in a coma.
Little John managed to get him to an isolated island where Sister Brigid managed to heal him.
From that point, the story changed: the outlaw Robin Hood reunited with Little Margaret and heard the news of his friend's demise and began seeking change rather than living like the criminal he used to be.
Life was fine there, and it was almost like he had found happiness until a dying man revealed to Robin Hood that he knew his identity and that among the people he murdered during his days of glory was the husband of the healer, sister Brigid.
That was the beginning of another pain for both Robin Hood and Sister Brigid.
The movie is very captivating, I must say; the background was cool, the soundtrack was a fit, and the kind of landscape and environment used was a perfect match for the movie too.
I must confess, I don't like the excessive dark scenes in the movie. I didn't really enjoy the movie from the start due to how dark it was for so long.
Most of the outstanding actions took place in the night or a dark place, making it difficult for me to really comprehend what was happening, but towards the end, it was fine.
I won't fail to commend the effort of the actors, particularly Hugh Jackman, the outlaw, and Jodie Comer, sister Brigid. The two of them fit very well in the movie and played their role as I expected.
Robin Hood was a strong-willed man, but his walls were broken by the evil he committed in the past. I am impressed with the way he displayed his emotions.
The strong and most wanted villain finally got to a point where he broke down in tears and was begging for his life to be taken away.
The way he managed to let go of who he was and become humble within a short time was well played.
For Jodie, her performance shows that we will always be human, regardless of how much we have transformed into better people.
Immediately, Robin Hood confessed that he was responsible for her husband's death; she switched moods, and she became emotional and brutal.
She forgot that she used to be the sister preaching love and peace, and all she wanted was revenge, even though her conscience was against it.
The movie is such a nice movie, and I would recommend it to anyone who is interested in action movies, but ensure you are not the type that wants the action from the beginning, because this one started very cold, then went hot and then cold again.
The ending was great; however, I was not expecting Robin Hood to die. I expected him to live happily since he has changed, but he chose death; he begged for it till eventually found him.
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Hello everyone, if there's one actor whose films I consistently enjoy, it's Hugh Jackman. This year, one of the movies I was most looking forward to was the one with the sheep detectives; I was really excited about it. However, to my surprise, a few days ago, while we were looking for a movie to watch as usual, one popped up on the list that caught our attention, and it just so happened to star the same actor. So, with curiosity and that eagerness for the plot with its touch of suspense, we decided to watch it, and I must say I liked it enough to leave me with some interesting emotions at the end. Therefore, today I'll give you my opinion on "The Death of Robin Hood."
Hola a todos, si hay un actor con el que sin duda disfruto varias de sus películas que interpreta, es Hugh Jackman. Este año, una de las películas que esperaba ver era donde salen ovejas detectives, pues me hacía mucha ilusión. Sin embargo, para mi sorpresa, hace unos días, mientras buscábamos una película para ver por costumbre, salió en la lista una que nos llamó la atención y que justamente el mismo actor era quien la protagonizaba, por lo que con curiosidad y esa entrega por la trama propuesta con esa pizca de suspenso, nos dispusimos a verla y debo decir que me gustó lo suficiente para hacerme emociones interesantes al final de esta, por lo que hoy les daré mi opinión acerca de "La muerte de Robin Hood".
Directed by Michael Sarnoski and filmed in Northern Ireland, this film had two premieres: the first at the 73rd Sydney Film Festival and the second in US theaters, both in 2026. Produced by Lyrical Media and distributed by A24, this action-adventure drama, rated R, presents a melancholic take on the classic tale of the childhood adventurer. Now an older man, haunted by his past, he reveals a sense of frustration with his life's events and how he is now a fearful outlaw who must embark on one last adventure to learn a final lesson about life.
Dirigida por Michael Sarnoski y con rodaje en Irlanda del Norte, esta tuvo dos estrenos, siendo el primero en el 73.º Festival de Cine de Sídney y el segundo en los cines estadounidenses, ambos en 2026. Esta fue bajo la producción de Lyrical Media y distribuida por A24, teniendo género de drama de acción y aventuras, así como una clasificación de R, y es que en esta se nos presenta una interpretación melancólica de la clásica historia del aventurero de la infancia de muchos. Este vive ya en edad mayor, atormentado por su pasado, mostrándonos un lado de frustración por todo lo que ha significado su vida y cómo ahora es un forajido con temor y que deberá pasar por su última aventura antes de entender una última enseñanza acerca de la vida.
Something I must admit is that I like it when these stories, which are usually so positive and have fairytale themes, allow us to consider or see variations with those frustrations or underlying issues that might occur within the story everyone believes is perfect, and this is a clear demonstration of that. Seeing a Robin Hood without that joy and fearlessness we used to see in each adaptation over the years is striking. Here, he's a man who carries the weight of each death, the remorse, and that sadness that little by little turns into depression and self-isolation because he feels he deserves less and less from the world, the distrust after betrayals and blows from life, and that resurgence—not fantastical, but human—in what it means to redeem yourself and understand that your past is gone and you can move forward and forgive yourself for judging yourself so harshly. And what I liked most about this is that they don't show it all at once; It is an elaborate work full of processes until little by little layers of that insecurity and apathy are peeled away and that real struggle and understanding emerges.
Algo que debo admitir es que me gusta cuando en estas historias que suelen ser tan positivas y con temáticas de cuentos de hadas llegamos a pensar o a ver variantes con esas frustraciones o trasfondos que pudieran pasar dentro de la historia que todos creen es perfecta, y esta es una clara demostración de ello. Ver un Robin Hood sin esa alegría y esa demostración de no tener miedo que solíamos ver en cada adaptación conforme pasan los años es algo que llega a ser llamativo. Acá es un hombre que carga el peso de cada muerte, el remordimiento y esa tristeza que poco a poco se convierte en depresión y un autoaislamiento por sentir que merece cada vez menos del mundo, la desconfianza luego de traiciones y golpes de la vida y ese resurgir no fantasioso, sino humano, en lo que es redimirte y entender que tu pasado ya pasó y tú puedes seguir avanzando y darte ese perdón propio por juzgarte tanto. Y lo que más me gustó de esto es que no lo muestran de golpe; es un trabajo elaborado y lleno de procesos hasta que poco a poco se van desprendiendo capas de esa inseguridad y apatía y va surgiendo esa lucha y entendimiento real.
This film is complex to watch, beyond how each character is introduced, the dangers they face, and even how the last member of the group arrives to give Robin the push he needs to go. Robin becomes emotionally strong because he's someone who feels vulnerable, seeking to protect others and, ultimately, avoid abandonment after his personal growth. One theme I particularly like is Robin's constant torment over the stories told about him over the years—the exaggerated tales and the portrayal of him as the most ruthless and desirable outlaw. This imagery significantly alters the original version of events, and it shows how much he suffers because he's uncomfortable with it. At times, it's a true reflection of life and how we can lose control of how others perceive us, and the struggle to define ourselves and avoid falling into that trap, something that is powerfully depicted in this film.
Esta película es compleja de ver, más allá de cómo se presentan cada personaje, los peligros e incluso cómo llega este último integrante del grupo para dar el empujón hacia donde Robin necesita ir y llega a ser fuerte emocionalmente porque es alguien que está sintiéndose vulnerable, buscando proteger y, llegado el punto, evitar el abandono luego del avance personal. Hay un tema que me gusta mucho que tocan y es el tormento constante de Robin con respecto a lo que se cuenta de él con los años, las historias exageradas y la puesta de él como el forajido más atroz y deseado, llegando a alterar y cambiar mucho la versión original y cómo él sufre por ello, pues no está cómodo con ello y en ocasiones una muestra real de lo que es la vida y cómo llegamos a perder el control de esa visión de lo que hay de nosotros ante los demás y la lucha por definirnos y no caer en esa mentira, cosa que se ve fuertemente en esta película.
In terms of visuals and effects, it's perfect; it doesn't need to exaggerate or alter anything. The landscapes perfectly complement the plot, and the expressions play a vital role, because this film truly conveys so much. We feel intrigue, anger, doubt, fear, and finally, melancholy mixed with sadness at the end, which leaves you reflecting, and the conclusion is simply beautiful. It's undoubtedly a film to watch carefully and appreciate in detail; it's not for laughs or expecting more of the same, but rather for seeing something different that is truly excellent, so it's definitely recommended. So, without further ado, and hoping you enjoy it, thank you very much for reading.
A nivel de imagen y efectos, es perfecta; no ocupa exagerar ni alterar, solo los paisajes llegan a acompañar más que bien la trama y las expresiones llegan a jugar un papel importante, porque realmente transmite muchísimo esta película. Sentimos intriga, ira, duda, temor y finalmente melancolía mezclada con tristeza en el final de esta, pues te deja reflexionando y el cierre es simplemente hermoso. Es sin duda una película para ver detenidamente y apreciar en detalle; no es para reír ni esperar más de lo mismo, sino ver algo distinto que realmente es muy bueno, por lo que es sin duda recomendada. Así que, sin más y esperando sea de su agrado, muchas gracias por leer.
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Honestly when I heard there was another Robin Hood movie coming out I thought I knew what I was in for. As in any story, the usual Robin Hood stuff... stealing from the rich, helping the poor, shooting impossible arrows, hanging around with Little John, and saving the day.
Well, that's not that movie, The Death of Robin Hood.
This movie does the same to the legendary outlaw and removes nearly everything that is associated with him. In this film we don't have a heroic Robin Hood-hero in the traditional sense, but a much older, worn down one, played by Hugh Jackman, who appears to be in dire need of a break from his life and from the stories they have crafted about him.
The film chronicles Robin's life in his old age... He is no longer a hero to whom songs are sung... He is tired, lonely and burdened with guilt over what he has done but the most interesting aspect of the movie is that it challenges the myth itself... If Robin Hood was not really the noble hero of history, what would have happened?.. What if it was much more complicated and sinister?..
After being seriously injured, Robin finds refuge in a place where he's cared for by Sister Brigid, played by Jodie Comer... After that, the movie is more of a reflection than a piece of adventure... It's a tale of regret, guilt, getting older and coming to terms with the decisions one has made.
Truthfully, this is not the type of film that sprints around anyplace.
It's slow.
Very slow at times and i can really see how some people might have a problem with that because When you're expecting exciting sword fights, daring robberies and heroic speeches you may find yourself looking at the clock. The movie takes a fair amount of time to linger with its characters and their emotions, rather than advance the plot.
I think Hugh Jackman is the ideal guy to play this Robin Hood. All I have heard and read about the movie are that his performance is one of the greatest assets to the movie. He feels like a real man to Robin, not a mythical hero and apparently brings a lot of sadness and humanity to the role.
Jodie Comer also appears to be formidable, though it has been noted on a number of occasions that some of the other characters aren't as fleshed-out as they might have been. Unfortunately, this is an emotional story and the relationships between the characters are crucial.
But, there's one thing that seems to unite everyone: the movie looks amazing.
The graphics are absolutely fantastic. Dark forests, foggy landscapes, weathered stone buildings, all seem to serve to make the world feel harsh, cold, real. The ambience itself sounds worth experiencing from the trailers and reactions I've seen. It doesn't seem like a movie at all but more like being in an old medieval painting.
I am most amazed by this film's willingness to defy the Robin Hood myth, in such a delightful way. The most common adaptations are those honoring the legend. This one is more concerned about what comes next when the legend has gone and the man has gone too, and he is left with only his memories.
That's a bold idea.
Probably, it depends on the viewer whether it works or it does not work.
For people looking for a fun adventure movie, this probably won't be the Robin Hood film they're hoping for. But if you're a viewer who prefers slower plots with bumbling protagonists who come to realize they need to redeem themselves and that their legacy is a problem, then I guarantee you would enjoy watching this film.
The Death of Robin Hood, in the end, will be one of those films that will make audiences alike and divided at the same time. Some will love its ambition and emotionality, others will find it too slow and heavy.
I myself like the idea of trying something different. There are many Robin Hood films already in existence that are telling the same tale. Refreshing is the word that comes to mind, when a filmmaker asks, “What happens when the legend is over?”
We often develop preconceived notions about certain figures, whether real or fictional, such as Robin Hood. This man, a product of English folklore, was portrayed through stories of his exploits as a benevolent figure who stole from the rich to give to the poor—a true hero. But was that the reality? Was the great Robin Hood the hero everyone believed him to be? This film explores the answer to that question. I have to admit that I never asked myself that question, despite having seen films about him, but it took Hugh Jackman to clarify things for us.
Muchas veces y por muchos años podemos llegar a tener ideas preconcebidas acerca de ciertos personajes ya sean reales o ficticios como es el caso de Robin Hood. Este hombre producto del folclore inglés gracias a los relatos de la gente producto de sus hazañas lo ubicaron como una persona benevolente que le robaba a los ricos para dárselos a los pobres, es decir, como todo un héroe. Pero esa fue la realidad, el gran Robin Hood fue el héroe que todos creían?, la respuesta a esa pregunta es lo que explora este film. Tengo que admitir que esa pregunta nunca me la hice a pesar de haber visto películas de él pero bueno, tuvo que llegar Hugh Jackman a aclararnos el panorama.
As I was saying, we have an old, dark, and deeply tormented Robin Hood who, with the passage of time, seems to be seeking death. The weight of his conscience prevents him from standing tall, and of course, the crimes he has committed are countless; men, women, and children have paid the price for crossing his path, and now he lives with those "ghosts" day after day. One night, while trying to help his faithful companion, Little John, he is gravely wounded in a fight against descendants of the Vikings themselves, to the point of being on the verge of death. He is taken to an old monastery to be healed and recover.
Como les decía tenemos a un viejo, oscuro y muy atormentado Robin Hood que con el pasar del tiempo pareciera que lo que está buscando es su muerte y es que el peso de su consciencia no lo deja mantenerse de pie y claro. Han sido innumerables los crímenes que ha cometido sin ningún tipo de distinción; hombres, mujeres y niños pagaron el precio de cruzarse con él y ahora vive con esos "fantasmas" día tras día. Una buena noche y tratando de ayudar a su fiel compañero, Little John, resulta gravemente herido en una pelea contra unos descendientes de los propios vikingos al punto de que termina al borde de la muerte por lo que es llevado a un antiguo monasterio a ser curado y recuperarse.
As he lies dying, he is cared for by a prioress who patiently and gently tends to his wounds and aids his recovery. The point is that, while in that convent, he will have the time and opportunity to redeem himself and seek some form of redemption. Essentially, we have a story of repentance and self-torture where Robin Hood constantly reminds himself of who he is while simultaneously trying to leave that version behind. What's truly cool about the film is that it shows us the most realistic side of the character: the violent, raw, and uncaring side; not the happy-go-lucky one who spent his time in the forest singing and robbing the rich villains we were taught as children. Here we have a glimpse of what popular ballads said or sang about him.
Moribundo es atendido por una priora quien con paciencia y delicadeza le cura las heridas y lo ayuda en su recuperación. El tema es que él estando en aquel convento tendrá tiempo y oportunidad de redimirse y buscar alguna especie de redención. Basicamente tenemos una historia de arrepentimiento y auto tortura en donde Robin Hood constantemente se recuerde quien es al mismo tiempo que trata de dejar a esa versión atrás. Lo verdaderamente cool de la película es que nos muestra el lado más realista del personaje, el que es violento, crudo y el que no le importa a nadie; no el feliz que se la pasaba en el bosque cantando y robándole a los ricos malos que nos vendieron de pequeños; acá tenemos la muestra de lo que las baladas populares decían o cantaban sobre él.
To say that these ballads, or song-like poems, are present in the film is a great touch, as it helps us understand the context of the stories and allows us to delve deeper into how these tales were passed down through generations. It's not an action-packed, fast-paced film, although it does have some very interesting scenes; it's more of a biographical account of Robin Hood's final days. It's introspective, sometimes a bit sensitive, more so than I expected; it's a story that reveals the depth of Robin's personality and how he seeks redemption by trying to be the best he can be. Having said that, I can tell you that I, at least, wasn't bored. Visually, it's spectacular, with stunning landscapes and locations, excellent cinematography, and yes, when it needs to be violent, it is—very much so.
Decir que estas baladas o especie de poemas en forma de canciones están presentes en la película. Un toque muy bueno porque nos ayuda a tener más contexto de las historias y es una forma de adentrarnos más en como era que se propagaban dichas historias a lo largo de las generaciones. No es un film lleno de acción y movido aunque si tenga sus escenas bien interesantes; es más bien algo un poco más biográfico de como fueron los últimos días de Robin Hood. Es introspectiva, a veces un poco sensible, más de lo que es esperaba; es una historia que muestra la profundidad de la personalidad de Robin y de como busca expiarse tratando de ser lo mejor posible. Habiendo dicho esto les digo que por lo menos a mi no me aburrió, visualmente es espectacular, grandes paisajes y locaciones, buena cinematografía y si, cuando requiere ser violenta, lo es y mucho.
And of course, Robin is essentially a violent man, so when it came to portraying him as such, there was no hesitation. But he's also a man who understands what he's done and is ready and willing to face his destiny. Hugh Jackman's performance is top-notch; I don't know if the film is being overlooked, but it's one of the most solid and understated performances I've seen from him. A lot of drama and suffering. The supporting characters also do their job well. Little John, played by the great Bill Skarsgård, is perfect, and Prioress Jodie Comer is the delicate, kind, and gentle side of the story, and she will ultimately be an important figure in Robin Hood's fate. A great film; I knew it was going to be good, but it ended up surprising me quite a bit. Highly recommended if you want to see something classic and high-quality. Two hours long. I'll leave the trailer here.
Y es que claro, Robin en esencia es un hombre violento por lo que cuando había que mostrarlo como tal no había dudas en hacerlo. Pero también es hombre que entiende lo que hizo y está listo y dispuesto para afrontar su destino. La actuación de Hugh Jackman es top, no se si el film está pasando por debajo de la mesa pero es de las interpretaciones más solidas y sobrias que le he visto. Mucho drama y sufrimiento. Los personajes secundarios también hacen su labor, Little John quien es el gran Bill Skarsgård cumple a la perfección y la priora Jodie Comer quien es el lado delicado, amable y suave de todo y que al final será pieza importante en el destino de Robin Hood. Una gran película, sabía que iba a ser buena pero me terminó sorprendiendo bastante. Muy recomendada si quieren ver algo clásico y de calidad. Dos horas de duración. Les dejo el tráiler por acá.
In the world of cinema, there are characters who, as they appear in movies, eventually become very special to us—characters we’ll always remember—and that’s exactly what has happened with Robin Hood. Ever since I was a child, I’ve heard the story of this character, and every movie that’s been released has always revealed another detail of the story, allowing us to enjoy it anew. That’s why The Death of Robin Hood was released this year—a film that surprised everyone. This time, the story takes a different turn, since it doesn’t focus on his exploits, but rather shows us a man who has lived too long, who bears the weight of his past, and who must face the final moments of his life—a stage that every human being goes through.
En el mundo del cine existen personajes que a medida que van saliendo en las películas llega un momento donde se vuelven muy especial y siempre lo vamos a recordar y eso ha pasado con Robin Hood. Desde pequeños he escuchado la historia de este personaje y cada película que han sacado siempre muestran un detalle más de la historia que permite que uno siempre la disfrute y por eso este año se estrenó La muerte de Robin Hood, la cual sorprendió a todos y esta vez la historia toma otro camino, ya que no muestras sus hazañas, si no nos muestra a un hombre que ya ha vivido demasiado, que carga con el peso de su pasado y que debe afrontar los últimos momentos de su vida, siendo una etapa que todo ser humano pasa.
Each version offers something different, and I liked this new one because it doesn’t try to copy the previous ones but instead creates something unique from the beginning to the end of the movie, as it combines those emotions, decisions, and the final moments this great hero must go through and face. However, for those who have never seen any of the previous films, it might feel confusing, and it comes across as just another action-packed movie; but if you’re familiar with the series, it’s perfect, because this installment serves as the finale—it goes beyond simply portraying a hero to reveal his human side.
The film also excels at creating stunning scenes, making the landscapes, forests, and cinematography feel very real and conveying the sense that we’re witnessing the conclusion of a story that, for many years, was told in a completely different way. Another valuable aspect is the presence of actor Hugh Jackman, as he knew how to make every second of the film truly compelling simply by portraying the weariness of a man who no longer seeks to be a hero but simply wants peace of mind—while also showing us that anyone can feel fear, regret, and doubt when the time comes to look back.
Cada versión cuenta con algo distinto y está nueva me gusto, ya que no intenta copiarse de las anteriores, sino crear algo distinto desde el inicio hasta el final de la película, puesto que combina esas emociones, decisiones y los últimos momentos que tiene que pasar y enfrentar este gran héroe. Sin embargo, para los que nunca han visto ninguna de las películas puede llegar a sentirse perdido, y se convierte en una nueva película llena de acción, pero si la conoces es perfecta, por el hecho de que está parte sería el final, puesto que más allá de mostrar a un héroe es poder mostrar ese lado humano.
La película también apuesta en crear grandes escenas, consiguiendo que los paisajes, los bosques y la fotografía se sientan muy real y transmiten esa sensación de que estamos viendo el cierre de una historia que durante muchos años fue contada de una manera completamente distinta. Otra de las cosas valiosas es la presencia del actor Hugh Jackman, ya que supo cómo hacer que cada segundo de la película sea muy buena por el mismo hecho de que demuestra ese cansancio de un hombre que ya no busca convertirse en un héroe, sino poder estar tranquilo, además demostrarnos que toda puede llegar a sentir miedo, arrepentimiento y dudas cuando llega el momento de mirar hacia atrás.
I liked this new version of the movie, because among all the ones I’ve seen, this one makes it clear that there are stories that will never go out of style and that everyone will have their own take on them. However, with its small cast, understated approach, and authentic essence, the film perfectly reminds us that behind every hero there’s always a person with feelings. So if you’re looking for a movie with a simple, moving, and unique story that shows that even legends have a final chapter, this one’s for you.
Me gusto esta nueva versión de la película, ya que entre todas las que he visto esta deja clara qué hay historia que nunca pasarán de modas y cada quien tendrá su versión, sin embargo, la película con pocos personajes, sin exagerar y con esencia, es perfectamente para recordarnos que detrás de un héroe siempre habrá una persona con sentimientos. Por eso si estás buscando una película con una historia sencilla, emotiva y diferente, que demuestra que incluso las leyendas también tienen un último capítulo, esta es para ti.
The Death of Robin Hood has a good idea along with Hugh Jackman buried in it somewhere, but two hours of slow serious drama is a lot to carry and the movie just does not have enough meat on that idea to pull it off, it was interesting showing a different perspective from a character that everyone imagines young and heoric, but that also the movie turn upside down. This Robin is old, tired, angry and already knows the famous stories about him are lies. A hungry traveler calls Robin Hood a good man, so he tells her the ugly truth, a robber and a killer, then kills her when she comes at him, a smart way to open things since it kills off any signs of him as a hidden hero, plus a village massacre he later joins with Little John even knowing it could be his last fight, is why the movie proves he is awful from the very start before you start to get any reason to care what happens to him. Hugh Jackman really sells the physical weight on Robin, you can tell someone hurt this guy or something if not life itself, he is been through hell and back, specially once he gets badly hurt and is clearly pissed that Little John saved him, but after a while the anger and the rough voice and that worn out stare stop feeling like Robin Hood and start feeling like Jackman just doing Wolverine again, you put both characters side by side and they so similar so are we just watching Logan laying on a bed without claws and a costume? cosplaying a bizzare version of Robin Hood?. I kept waiting for the script to give Robin more than just another old killer who wants to die already, and the performance keeps him watchable because after all is Hugh Jackman, not my favorite actor but got to say he is a hell of an actor, but the character is still hard to sell, at least this is how I see it when the movie shows you everything he has done without really getting into why he turned into this guy or why he might actually change now.
I get why they slow things down once Robin reaches the island, but this is also where the movie starts feeling empty for the most part, it feels stuck and draggy, making it boring and you start wondering if anything significant is going to happen. Sister Brigid treats him while he goes by the name Randolph, Little Margaret shows up after her father dies, and Robin slowly becomes part of this small community, a guy who solved every problem through killing for years now surrounded by people who feed him, heal him and expect nothing back, its just like the perfect place to bounce back and really find some meaning in life, probably even making him think twice about how wrong he was. He starts growing this protective feeling and care for Margaret that matters more than another speech about regret, there is plenty regretting time trust me, he makes her a bow, teaches the kids practical skills and protects her when Godwyn comes looking for revenge, choices that show he can do something decent without pretending his past disappeared. This change of heart and mindset is just too predictable and made me felt that the script never does anything significatn enough to actually feel like the movie earns that change of thought, the second half has this long pauses, quiet moments, nature shots that even though the scenery is great you expecting more of something else, there is lot of talk about guilt and faith and peace and death that goes around in circles instead of moving forward or somewhere, anyewhere but there, something new, and the countryside looks great but that mood alone cannot do the job character work is supposed to do. Jackman does a lot just with his body language and silence, you can see Robin being uncomfortable around kindness, but the writing keeps leaving him stuck in that same spot, tired, waiting to be punished, not believing he deserves a future. I got that about him early on, so watching the movie keep repeating it at this slow pace made a bunch of scenes feel longer than they needed to be.
Jodie Comer comes in and gives the movie a sense of perfect balance because Sister Brigid has strength without copying the anger everyone else carries since Robin character carries that anger everytime he is on screen. She believes in healing, faith and the life she has built, but she is never describe or behaves as some simple saint who comes into the story only to forgive Robin, and her talks about language, order and chaos get heavy and draggy at times, but Comer sells them like thoughts this woman has actually lived through. She also gives the quieter scenes real warmth, which matters since the movie spends so much time in silence and Im glad the connection between Brigid and Robin never turns into a full blown romance because that would also be so predictable to make things worst, but their relationship works better as two damaged adults who still hide part of themselves, reminds me of Shogun secret heart. The leper is another strong piece here, Robin gets close to the guy without realizing he once cut the ear off that man and left him alive, and when the leper finally reveals who he is and calls this the other life Robin once talked about, that moment ment a lot because the forgiveness comes from someone Robin hurt directly and it gives Robin a real reason to stay quiet about who he is, since this leper knows Robin destroyed the family Brigid used to have, the more you watch the movie it gives you that sense of what a monster he was. These are some of the best scenes in the movie but they also point at the bigger problem, the supporting characters carry these ideas way than Robin does, I get its meant to be but feels like none really affect Robin, you really need to get into the drama to feel it, so for the average viewer its just wortless because everything feels hidden behind something else, so his move toward honesty ends up feeling like something their kindness did for him instead of a change the movie actually built from inside him, sorry if I got too dramatic.
The idea about stories and fake heroes is a good one, but the movie just keeps hammering on it without having great impact to the story and feels like a joke that has lost its effect and people just keep repeating it because it was once great. Robin flat out admits he robbed people for himself and killed because he wanted to, while everyone else keeps repeating the nicer version about taking from the rich and giving to the poor, and Little John built his whole life on a lie too, killing a man named Edward and taking over his identity, raising Margaret and Little Margaret like they were always his own family. That idea had so much impact the moment Godwyn shows up at the priory planning to punish Little Margaret for what her father did, Robin could easily kill him and keep the same cycle going, but instead sends him away and tells him to stop, one of the only times he actually rejects the person he used to be, but again this change of mind feels force. He does not earn forgiveness through a big speech or a heroic fight, he just refuses to create another dead kid and another family looking for revenge later. My problem is some surrounding details are harder to follow than they should be, stuff about the stolen identity and how much his wife Margaret actually knew never gets fully clear and we dont get much context about or I would say enough context, its a trust me bro situation. Uncertainty works when Robin can no longer separate truth from lies, because that confusion reflects his damaged state of mind and makes us question how much of his past he and we can trust. But the relationships around him still need to have a clear foundation, and this way we should understand who these people are to him, what history they share and why they feel loyalty, anger, fear, or any kind affection toward him. This is what makes me felt lost because the writing did not explain those connections well enough, not because the movie was deliberately hiding something interesting, it just didnt period.
The ending works better for me than most of that slow middle section because Robin finally starts making choices instead of waiting around to die. He tells Sister Brigid he caused the fire that killed her husband and her kids, even after the leper asked him to protect her from ever finding out and I get why he confesses, but part of me thinks he is also dumping another burden on her because he wants relief before he dies. Her response is not simple forgiveness. She confronts him about the fire that killed her husband and both of her children years ago, and for a moment it feels like she may refuse to save him, thats what anyone watching the movie would expect. During all this going on he is hurt badly and bleeding to the point this might be his last moments, so Robin asks Bridget to let him die rather than close the wound. She then admits that the grief he caused pushed her toward the healing life she leads now, and this is something that happens a lot, people get stronger to the point the appreciate way more those hard moments, though she never claims that this excuses what he did. Robin asks her to let him go and Brigid does not close the wound, a quiet death that fits the movie better than a final fight, even if I am not totally sure he earned that peaceful exit. His last moment with Little Margaret works well too, he gives her a kinder version of her father, tells her Little John loved her and helps her shoot the bow he made, the arrow going without holding on matching what Robin is finally doing with his own life. Through all this its clear the movie touches and shoots for themes of redemption, faith, love and legends more than it deals with any of it, but its the cast, countryside and music give it real quality and thats something cant be denied, and while I respect that it refuses to make Robin the hero everybody expects, I wish the writing gave his change more actual life instead of so much waiting around. There is a really good movie somewhere inside this one but you got to really get into the drama side and thats too much asking and too complex for a character we are use to watch in a single flat direction that is Robbin Hood, the guy who steal from the rich to give out to the poor, this movie is one of those radical concepts that sound cool but the execution is the problem.
Robin Hood was one of my childhood heroes. As a child, I had a beautiful picture book. It told the story of Robin Hood, the thief who stole from the rich to help the poor. I don't know what I did with it; I lost it a long time ago. I loved it because the pictures looked like actors portraying the characters. I kept it for a long time among the few things I could afford back then.
Over the years, I saw different adaptations of the Robin Hood story. They all told the same story: the champion of Sherwood Forest, with his band of good-hearted thieves, pursued by the villain, the evil Sheriff of Nottingham, and hopelessly in love with the beautiful Lady Marian. One of the most famous adaptations is Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, starring Kevin Costner.
The Death of Robin Hood caught my attention because it offers a different perspective on the idealized image of the good thief who is always having new adventures. In this film, the tone is bleak, decadent, and initially quite brutal. We are presented with an elderly Robin Hood, tormented by his past, where he was neither good nor did he steal to help the poor. He stole and killed for pleasure.
Did Robin Hood exist? No. Robin Hood is a fictional character, possibly inspired by several real bandits. Furthermore, he was a legend told for centuries, and no one knows exactly how much fantasy and fiction was added to the story. I believe he was created by the powerful of the time, as a medieval populist measure, to entertain the poor with these tales. Speaking of populism applied to the Middle Ages, that's what Rhaynera Targaryen does in the third episode of House of the Dragon: steal from the nobles to appease the poor. The story we all know of Robin Hood is similar.
This film, in addition to departing from the legend as we know it, presents us with a kind of final journey or adventure, where Robin Hood seeks redemption for all the atrocities he has committed throughout his life. It has a good start, and its first half hour is quite violent and doesn't mince words in showing the cruelty of Robin Hood, who doesn't hesitate to kill, even children.
The film has a problem when it becomes a more contemplative story, as if trying to delve into the character's feelings. This is where the story becomes tedious. The only positive aspect of this long section is the cinematography. The beauty amidst that dark tone, thanks to the cinematographer, is what kept me watching until the end.
I prefer the director's two previous films, Pig and the prequel to A Quiet Place. Here, I think he was aiming for something intense and profound, but I would have preferred it to maintain the pace and violence of the first film. Another point I want to highlight, and which I really liked, was the use of folk songs, a very nice touch that you can find on YouTube.
The cast is extraordinary. Hugh Jackman shines as the protagonist. He's that old Robin Hood who longs to find peace in death. Bill Skarsgård plays his old friend Little John, as ruthless as Robin, and Jodie Comer plays Sister Brigid, who runs an abbey on an island where much of the story takes place.
Although I wasn't entirely satisfied with this film, those small positive details I mentioned encouraged me to watch it until the end. It's up to you whether you give it a chance and watch it, although I don't think most people will like it.
Let me know what you think in the comments.
Robin Hood fue uno de mis héroes de la infancia. De niño, tenía un precioso libro ilustrado con fotos. Contaba la historia de Robin Hood, el ladrón que robaba a los ricos para ayudar a los pobres. No sé qué hice con él; lo perdí hace mucho tiempo. Me encantaba porque las fotos parecían actores interpretando a los personajes. Lo guardé durante mucho tiempo entre las pocas cosas que podía permitirme entonces.
Con los años, vi diferentes adaptaciones de la historia de Robin Hood. Todas contaban la misma historia: el paladín del Bosque de Sherwood, con su banda de ladrones de buen corazón, perseguido por el villano, el malvado Sheriff de Nottingham, y perdidamente enamorado de la bella Lady Marian. Una de las adaptaciones más famosas es Robin Hood: Príncipe de los Ladrones, protagonizada por Kevin Costner.
La Muerte de Robin Hood me llamó la atención porque ofrece una perspectiva diferente de la imagen idealizada del buen ladrón que siempre está viviendo nuevas aventuras. En esta película, el tono es sombrío, decadente e inicialmente bastante brutal. Se nos presenta a un Robin Hood anciano, atormentado por su pasado, donde no era ni bueno ni robaba para ayudar a los pobres. Robaba y mataba por placer.
¿Existió Robin Hood? No. Robin Hood es un personaje de ficción, posiblemente inspirado en varios ladrones reales. Además, fue una leyenda que se contó durante siglos, y nadie sabe con exactitud cuánto de fantasía y ficción se añadió a la historia. Creo que fue creado por los poderosos de la época, como una medida populista medieval, para entretener a los pobres con estas historias. Hablando de populismo aplicado a la Edad Media, eso es lo que hace Rhaynera Targaryen en el tercer episodio de La Casa del Dragón: robar a los nobles para apaciguar a los pobres. Algo parecido es la historia que todos conocemos de Robin Hood.
Esta película, además de alejarse de la leyenda tal como la conocemos, nos presenta una especie de viaje o aventura final, donde Robin Hood busca la redención por todas las atrocidades que ha cometido a lo largo de su vida. Tiene un buen comienzo, y su primera media hora es bastante violenta y no se anda con rodeos al mostrar la crueldad de Robin Hood, quien no duda en matar, incluso a niños.
La película tiene un problema cuando se convierte en una historia más bien contemplativa, como si intentara profundizar en los sentimientos del personaje. Es aquí donde la historia se vuelve aburrida. Lo único positivo de toda esta larga sección es la cinematografía. La belleza en medio de ese tono oscuro, gracias al director de fotografía, fue lo que me mantuvo viendo la película hasta el final.
Prefiero las dos películas anteriores del director, Pig y la precuela de Un lugar tranquilo. Aquí, creo que buscaba algo intenso y profundo, pero hubiera preferido que mantuviera el ritmo y la violencia de la primera película. Otro punto que quiero destacar, y que me gustó mucho, fue el uso de canciones folclóricas, un detalle muy bonito que se puede escuchar buscándolas en YouTube.
El reparto es extraordinario. Hugh Jackman sobresale como protagonista. Es ese viejo Robin Hood que anhela encontrar la paz en la muerte. Bill Skarsgård interpreta a su viejo amigo Little John, tan despiadado como Robin, y Jodie Comer interpreta a la Hermana Brigid, quien está a cargo de una abadía en una isla, donde transcurre gran parte de la historia.
Aunque no quedé del todo satisfecho con esta película, esos pequeños detalles positivos que mencioné me animaron a seguir viéndola hasta el final. Es decisión tuya si le das una oportunidad y la ves, aunque no creo que le guste a la mayoría.
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