Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves

Probably the best adaptation of the Robin Hood legend, where he gains incredible charisma thanks to the excellent Kevin Costner, and Morgan Freeman as a Saracen warrior is also outstanding. Alan Rickman doesn't even need to be mentioned, he delivers one of the best villains on the big screen. The action is truly captivating, especially the breathtaking forest ambush scene. The pleasant music enhances the atmosphere, and everything is well-directed by Kevin Reynolds. The running time is not a problem, the whole film is very dynamic. The collaboration of the two Kevins turned out excellent. Unfortunately, a few years later, they would not repeat their success. (11/03/2006)

I'm one of those people who somehow never saw this classic Robin Hood movie until now. But here's my key takeaway: if you've seen Mel Brooks' Robin Hood: Men in Tights first, you’re never going to be able to take this version seriously. The parody nails so many specific scenes, I kept seeing Men in Tights more than the actual film. That said, it's still a fun watch. Kevin Costner does his thing, and there's a charm to the old-school, pre-digital filmmaking that gives it an authentic, historical feel. (25/12/2020)

A textbook movie. Action, romance, exoticism (yes, Morgan Freeman :), jokes and adventures. Costner's Robin Hood is one of the best and probably best-known treatments of this outlaw legend. Plus, Alan Rickman shows off one of his best slippery villains here. I simply love this movie. (14/07/2007)

I watched Costner's Robin Hood years later, with gusto, and I went straight to the extended version. Satisfaction? Absolute. It is exactly the kind of (by the standards of the time) big film for the whole family, from which everyone can choose "something". I won't be saying anything new if I praise especially Alan Rickman, whose sheriff is one of the funniest villains in movie history (cries like "And call off Christmas!" say it all). But it would be a shame to forget the sensational performances of Kevin C. and Morgan F., their jokes (the binoculars, "Azeem! It's time to redeem that vow!") and overall likability in general. True, the casting guys could have chosen a slightly prettier actress for Marian, but let's be glad at least that the lady is not a naive, silly ninny like in other versions of the Sherwood legend. Michael Kamen should also be praised for his pleasant music with an addictive theme (Bryan Adams be damned, though) and Kevin Reynolds, who should probably film something again soon. Five stars. (09/11/2010)

I know I loved this movie as a child, but I thought it wouldn't impress me much anymore these days. The opposite is true and the film still has it. Perhaps if it had been a bit more serious towards the end, it might have been better, but there are still characters here that one can easily fall in love with, especially because they are portrayed by great actors. (08/12/2014)