Robin Hood

A war-hardened Crusader and his Moorish commander mount an audacious revolt against the corrupt English crown. They return from the Crusades to find their land ravaged by corruption and evil. They decide to form a band of outlaws and take the fight to the English sheriff, to topple the corrupt system and restore justice to the people.

Robin Hood (2018) was met with generally negative reviews from critics, with many criticizing its modern sensibility applied to a classic tale, the script, and its generic action sequences. Audiences also largely reacted negatively, finding it a dull and unnecessary retelling.

• Despite a talented cast and a fresh approach, the film suffers from a convoluted plot and a lack of originality.

• The modern-day interpretations and anachronistic elements felt jarring and out of place for the classic Robin Hood legend.

• Action sequences were often seen as generic and uninspired, failing to deliver genuine excitement.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate disappointment with the film's departure from traditional Robin Hood storytelling, with many finding the plot confusing and the action unmemorable. Some viewers appreciated the attempt at a fresh take, but the majority felt it missed the mark.

Taron Egerton stated that the filmmakers aimed to make Robin Hood feel more like an "everyman" character, inspired by modern anti-heroes, rather than a traditional nobleman.