Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #13961 in DVD
• Released on: 2006-11-13
• Rating: Parental Guidance
• Aspect ratio: 1.78:1
• Formats: Anamorphic, PAL
• Original language: English
• Number of discs: 1
• Running time: 225 minutes

Synopsis
Lavish retelling of the legendary hero who robbed from the rich and gave to the poor. Newcomer Jonas Armstrong stars as Robin Hood, with comedian Keith Allen playing his formidable foe, the Sheriff of Nottingham. Robin Hood's striking new look, coupled with Dominic Minghella's sharp scripts update the popular legend for a sophisticated contemporary audience. Features episodes 1 - 5: "Will You Tolerate This?", "Sheriff Got Your Tongue?", "Who Shot The Sheriff?", "Parent Hood" and "Turk 'Flu".

Customer Reviews

Hilarious!
I really loved this series, it's hilarious! The first five episodes which are on this disc are Will You Tolerate This? Sheriff Got Your Tongue. Who Shot The Sheriff? Parent Hood. Turk `Flu. All are action-packed and seriously entertaining. Yes ok there's a break from traditional Robin Hood, and yes a Black man as a Master of Arms is unlikely but I'd like to take this time to remind all that Morgan Freeman played the Moor, Azeem, Robin's companion in the Kevin Costner version so Robin spouting "leftist" ideology isn't necessarily a new take on the character. Robin seems to admire the other side in a way, that's not leftist ideology, anyone who knows their history in relation to the crusades would know Saladin was respected and that Richard I held Saladin in esteem and vice versa so it isn't too hard to believe that men from Richard's own guard would have that same respect for him.

Change isn't a bad thing at all. Marian is no longer Maid Marian and she isn't a typical wilting Medieval female, I like that. Its much easier to swallow, it's preferable to watch a woman who can look after herself as opposed to sighing endlessly whilst waiting for Robin to fix things. It really is supposed to cater to a contemporary audience and it does. Robin is very cheeky and it adds to the humour so perfectly blended. Whoever cast Keith Allen as the Sheriff deserves recognition, genius! What a sadistic yet charmingly witty character! And Richard Armitage as Sir Guy is perfect! He makes a wonderful villain and is such a talented actor!

In Turk Flu the Saracen Djaq is played by an Indian actress, it would have been better had they actually cast someone who looked the part because most Arabs don't look Indian and can actually speak the language. My friend was laughing so hard at her attempts to speak it. But I suppose if you don't speak Arabic that shouldn't really affect your viewing.

All in all, it's definitely worth watching. Perfect for a family evening.

Hilariously Funny!
This is a very good adaptation of the classic Robin Hood story--so, yes, maybe it was not worth all the hype. But, once you get into it, it is a fun and enjoyable program to watch.

The actors and actresses are well cast--Jonas Armstrong plays a very different side to the Robin we all love and know--a much darker version, which is very successful.

Keith Allen is perhaps one of the most evil guys on the TV as the Sheriff, supported by Richard Armitage as Guy of Gisbourne, and together they make a rather evil duo.

Lucy Griffins is the last of the principle characters, and finally Maid Marian is no longer either of the two stereotypes--wet, or too manly for her own good. This Marian is strong and powerful, but also has the girly side which is contemporary and recognisable by all girls and women today.

The supporting cast is strong and very good, and overall the acting is superb, despite some minor slip ups.

In conclusion, there are many funny quips of the tongue which are sometimes laugh out loud funny, and has entertainment for both children and adults--all the action expected of a Robin Hood series for the children, and some very dry sense of humour for the adults.

Well done, BBC, a very enjoyable series and a very good DVD accompaniment.

don't be too quick to judge
many of the "critics" have called this utter trash but i'd say don't be too quick to judge. Granted the show has it's flaws and many aspects are overdone and very 'pretty' but it's a bit of fun. theres no need to constantly look for flaws in programmes nobody just sits and enjoys anymore. i don't own the DVD but i'm watching the show on TV and enjoying it thoroughly. i think robin is played well and the sheriff of nottingham is very good as the 'bad guy' so my final verdict is buy at a good price watch and don't judge instantly just watch and enjoy a bit of heroics in truly fine robin hood form