Hood(2010) | Robin

Released in 2010, Ridley Scott’s was marketed as a "gritty, realistic" origin story, reuniting the director with his Gladiator star, Russell Crowe . Rather than starting with an outlaw in Sherwood Forest, the film serves as a prequel, detailing how a common archer named Robin Longstride became the legendary hero . Plot & Historical Revisionism

The story begins in France with ’s army . Following Richard’s death, Robin assumes the identity of a fallen knight, Robert of Loxley , to return safely to England . Robin Hood(2010)

In Nottingham, Robin meets the elderly Sir Walter Loxley (Max von Sydow) and his daughter-in-law, Marian (Cate Blanchett). Walter convinces Robin to continue the charade to protect their family lands . Released in 2010, Ridley Scott’s was marketed as

It isn't until the very final scenes—after King John declares him an outlaw—that Robin and his men retreat to Sherwood Forest , ending with the text: "And so the legend begins" . Production & Reception Following Richard’s death, Robin assumes the identity of

The film weaves the legend into real historical events, such as the brewing rebellion against King John (Oscar Isaac) and the threat of a French invasion led by the traitorous Godfrey (Mark Strong) .