'Marvellous' and iconic film dubbed 'a must-see' with perfect Rotten Tomatoes rating
More than 80 years have passed since the film's debut, yet it remains hailed as one of cinema's greatest adventure epics, with movie enthusiasts awarding it a flawless 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
The Adventures of Robin Hood arrived in cinemas during 1938 as a spectacular swashbuckling epic, placing Robin Hood at its heart whilst featuring Hollywood legends in every part. Errol Flynn portrays the iconic Saxon knight, taking audiences on an epic quest as he wages war during King Richard's absence from England.
Upon its initial release, this Robin Hood interpretation created ripples throughout the film world and subsequently earned four nominations at the 11th Academy Awards. Since then, it has been recognised as culturally important and a defining work of its genre, continuing to meet cinema lovers' standards.
One enthusiastic review declares: "One of Hollywood's Golden Age great adventure films. A little dated now. Great chemistry between the leads. Great action, great stunts, great archery. A must see." Another captivated viewer commented: "There's something charmingly innocent about The Adventures of Robin Hood. It's the story we're all very familiar with, but with bright-coloured costumes and whimsical performances. Errol Flynn steals every scene he's in with such bravado that you can't help but believe he's the legendary outlaw. This adaptation of Robin Hood definitely stands out among the crowd."
A reviewer perfectly captured the family-friendly film's blend of traditional and contemporary cinema techniques. They penned: "The Adventures of Robin Hood has the fine sweep and action of the best silent days and all the sound and splendour of the modern screen. One of the season's finest films."
The tale kicks off when King Richard of England finds himself imprisoned whilst his treacherous sibling Prince John schemes to seize the throne, reports the Express. Naturally, the beloved hero Robin Hood, lord of Sherwood Forest, won't stand for such betrayal and rallies his merry men to protect the monarch during his captivity.
During his quest, he captures the affections of the compassionate Maid Marian, portrayed by the iconic Olivia de Havilland, whilst anticipating the sovereign's return as he exposes Prince John's duplicity. When the king finally arrives home, the pair unite to battle for the crown and restore the rightful ruler to his throne. One reviewer summed it up brilliantly, declaring the picture "completely unabashed and utterly committed to delivering on its promise of adventure."
Fellow critics have concurred that regardless of its absence of special effects and cutting-edge technology, the craftsmanship combined with the performances and narrative is "marvellous". Errol Flynn's reputation as a silver screen sensation during Hollywood's Golden Era helped boost the film's appeal, owing to his global stardom and repeated collaborations with leading lady Olivia de Havilland.
He remains eternally linked as the definitive portrayal of Robin Hood, with audiences continuing to rave about their magnetic on-screen chemistry. One fan gushed: "A terrific movie and even better than I remember. Errol Flynn is decidedly up to the challenge of playing daredevil, lover and scoundrel. And Olivia de Havilland always gives a great performance."
To experience this timeless masterpiece and dive into the cinematic artistry of 1938, The Adventures of Robin Hood is available to rent now on Apple TV
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