Robin of Sherwood - Season 1
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Actor: Anthony Valentine, Michael PraedDirector: Alex Kirby
Brand: PRAED,MICHAEL
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Unknown), Dolby Digital 2.0; English (Original Language), Dolby Digital 2.0
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, DVD, Full Screen, NTSC, Original recording remastered
Picture Format: 1.33:1
Running Time: 676 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2007-03-13
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: ACORN MEDIA
Movie Reviews of Robin of Sherwood - Season 1
Movie Review: Richard Carpenter's Robin of Sherwood- Set 1
Summary: 5 Stars
I've alway's loved watching ROBIN HOOD movies, right from the time of dashing Errol Flynn playing in the 1st Robin Hood I ever saw. Richard Carpenter's "Robin of Sherwood", was an awesome mini-series starring the dashing dark haired Michael Praed as ROBIN HOOD. I saw this aired in early 1980's on public broadcasting t.v. The series was stunning, no fancy clothing as seen in other Robin Hood movies, here the clothing was more rags & leather and probably more realistic to the medieval times being portrayed. Also there was magik in this series (literally), not over use of it . . . but a subtle sorcery and mysticism flowed. Awesome location shots, of English countryside & castles, swordplay & haunting musical melodies. So fascinated I taped the series on VHS, but the quality was poor & grainy, however I figured it least it was better than nothing. I was THRILLED when the series was finally released on DVD, beautiful clear, crisp pictures . . .
Series 1-14- We are introduced to young Robin of Loxley, his father is murdered. Fifteen years later he is out hunting in the king's forest, captured and thrown in the dungeon of Nottingham Castle where he meets the outlaws who will become his loyal followers. It is here he is intoduced to Herne the Hunter and accepts the mantle of the HOODED MAN the champion of the poor and oppressed. He meets the sheriff's ward the fiesty red headed maiden Marion and her loyal friend, the monk Friar Tuck. Robin frees Marion from evil sorcerer and does battle with Nassir a skilled warrior who fights with 2 swords. Marion and Friar Tuck join Robin's band. An unexpected Nassir also pledges his loyalty to Robin's cause. Robin & Marion fall in love and pledge themselves in a wedding where Herne joins the couple. The season finale, the sheriff finally captures Will, Little John & Nassir & corners Robin, Marion & Munch. It is Robin's last stand, where he fulfills his destiny . . .
Summary of Robin of Sherwood - Season 1
The centuries-old legend of Robin Hood was never more vividly brought to life than in this acclaimed British series. Combining real history with elements of magic and mysticism, and set against a backdrop of gritty medieval realism, Robin of Sherwood has captivated fans of all ages. Heading up the superb ensemble cast are Michael Praed (Dynasty) as Robin of Loxley, Ray Winstone (Sexy Beast) as seething-mad Scarlet, and Nickolas Grace (Brideshead Revisted) as the greedy, conniving Sheriff of Nottingham. Shot entirely on location in English castles and countryside, the authentic atmosphere is enhanced by an award-winning soundtrack of haunting melodies performed by the Irish band Clannad. Includes all 13 episodes in Series 1 & 2.- OVER 9 HOURS OF SPECIAL FEATURES!
- Commentaries for selected episodes (Vols. 1, 2 & 4)
- Two retrospective documentaries
- Outtakes
- Behind-the-scenes documentary The Electric Theatre Show, with bonus footage
- Textless title sequences
- U.S. title sequences
- French title sequences
- Cast filmographies
When Robin of Sherwood debuted in 1984, it revolutionized the legend of Robin Hood with a young, scruffy Robin (Michael Praed, later to appear on Dynasty) and his ragged, rough-and-tumble band of thieves. Fusing the derring-do of the traditional story with a more Arthurian magic element (ranging from druidic visions to outright black magic), Robin of Sherwood was an immediate sensation. Unfortunately, not all revolutions age well, and some viewers may have trouble getting past Robin's flowing 1980s hairstyle or the Clannad soundtrack, which seems to have been played on the cheapest, tinniest synthesizer available. More open-minded audiences will enjoy the show's virtues: Gritty, realistic medieval sets and costumes; an amusing blend of feudal politics and occult danger (episodes featured everything from possession to love spells to devil-worshiping nuns); a scenery-chewing performance from Nickolas Grace (Brideshead Revisited) as the Sheriff of Nottingham (the bad guys always have the most fun); and the surly presence of a young Ray Winstone (Sexy Beast) as Will Scarlet. All the classic characters are there, including a dewy Lady Marion, towering Little John, plump Friar Tuck, and more. Though sometimes cheesy, Robin of Sherwood never slid into camp, and fans appreciate its earnest interpretation. Set 1 includes the 13 episodes of the first two series, along with a bonus disk of retrospective interviews with the cast and creators, outtakes, and other appealing features. --Bret Fetzer
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