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John Lackland seizes the English throne, believing the rightful ruler, his brother Richard the Lionheart, to be dead. When he learns that Richard is being held captive by the German emperor and can be ransomed for a large sum of money, he refuses to pay and orders the messengers, including Sir Henry of Nottingham, to be killed. Sir Henry escapes to Sherwood Forest, which belongs to his estates. There he joins forces with a group of Anglo-Saxons and fights under the name Robin Hood against the regime of the king's traitors...
In this revisionist take on the legendary outlaw, Robin Hood is portrayed as a soldier in the King's army who returns from war to find his land oppressed by the Sheriff of Nottingham. He assembles a band of men to fight against the Sheriff's tyranny, employing guerilla tactics and a strong sense of justice. The film blends elements of the classic Robin Hood mythos with the gritty realism often found in Westerns.
The film received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who found its departure from the traditional Robin Hood narrative to be jarring. While some appreciated its attempt at a more grounded and adult interpretation, many felt it lacked the charm and heroic spirit of previous adaptations. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with its Western influences not fully resonating with fans of the Robin Hood legend.
Criticized for its dark and gritty tone which deviates significantly from the beloved legend.
Some noted the action sequences were competently staged, but overall felt it missed the mark.
Often overlooked compared to more traditional Robin Hood films, it struggled to find a dedicated audience.
Google audience: Audience feedback for 'Long Live Robin Hood' is largely absent from public records, making it difficult to ascertain specific likes or dislikes.
This film is notable for its unusual portrayal of Robin Hood as a disillusioned soldier and its distinct Western aesthetic, setting it apart from most other adaptations of the Arthurian legend.
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Very much in the style of the Errol Flynn version of the Robin Hood tale from 1938, this is quite an enjoyable and entertaining historical romp with "Sir Henry" (Giuliano Gemma) as the wronged nobleman who leads his band of rebels against t...