The Death of Robin Hood

"The Death of Robin Hood is a bleak, uncompromising period piece directed by Michael Sarnoski that completely strips away the romantic myth of the actual Robin Hood hero Storyline: This is not your standard "steal from the rich, give to the poor" adventure. The plot completely rejects the idea of the "good fight." Instead, it is a survival story about an apex predator who has outlived his own illusions. It is undeniably heavy — featuring some brutally dark moments — but it succeeds because it firmly commits to placing the main character beyond redemption. Cinematography: The visuals matches the mood perfectly which is a good thing. But generally speaking it is dirty, grounded, and unappealing by design. Do not expect sweeping, sunlit Sherwood Forest vistas; the camera work is claustrophobic and weathered, forcing you to feel the exhaustion of a world that is completely dead and buried. Cast Hugh Jackman absolutely carries the film. He takes the weathered, feral energy he perfected in *Logan* and takes it up even further. His version of Robin is frustrated by his own survival instinct, and Jackman delivers an excellent, thoroughly unheroic performance that anchors the entire movie. The Verdict: If you want a fun, swashbuckling action movie, skip this. But if you want a bold, incredibly dark deconstruction of a legendary character, it is absolutely worth your time. Ratings 6.5/10"

— Official Editorial