Review of Robin and Marian (1976) by David C — 26 May 2011
An enjoyable romp from Richard Lester detailing the later days of Robin Hood played by an in form Sean Connery with Audrey Hepburn, in her first role in 9 years, as Maid Marian. Loosely based on known ballards from the 14th and 15th centuries, the plot sees Robin return from the crusades to find his merry men disbanded and Marian living in a convent with the Sheriff of Nottingham still ruling the roost.
With the two old adversaries coming together for one last battle, the plot moves at a leisurely pace, very much in keeping with old age of all concerned. The only thing that I found to be a little out of place was some of the humour which brought to mind Lesters recent Musketeer films, 1972 and 1974 respectively, other than that this was a great take on the Robin Hood legend and one of the most original dealing as it does with the inevitability of old age.
Great support from Denholm Elliot and Ronnie Barker and Nicol Williamson as the last of Robin's merry men.
This review of Robin and Marian (1976) was written by David C on 26 May 2011.
Robin and Marian has generally received positive reviews.
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