Robin Hood

Starring:Wallace Beery, Sam De Grasse, Enid Bennett, Paul Dickey, William Lowery, Roy Coulson, Billie Bennett, Merrill McCormick, Wilson Benge, Willard Louis, Alan Hale, Bud Geary, Lloyd Talman, Douglas Fairbanks, Charles Stevens, Nino Cochise, Eugene H. Roth, Ann Doran, Ruth Hiatt, Virginia Moon
Director: Allan Dwan
Studio: Image Entertainment
Product Type: DVD

Editorial Review:
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Robin Hood was a dream project for dashing Douglas Fairbanks and he brought the full resources of his studio to the film, building the largest standing set ever for Prince John's magnificent castle and filling open plains with thousands of extras. The sense of scale still awes audiences, yet none of it detracts from the vigorous presence of Fairbanks, a hearty hero with grace, gymnastic prowess, and a sense of humor as big as Sherwood Forest. It takes some time for this first incarnation of the great bandit hero to get started--the first hour is a little slow as it establishes the conflict between Prince John and the Earl of Huntington (Fairbanks) in moody scenes inside the dark, torch-lit castle. But when the disenfranchised Earl transforms into forest warrior Robin Hood with a gazelle-like entrance, the film becomes a sweeping adventure classic full of swordfights, jousts, larger-than-life stunts, and Fairbanks's brand of jaunty heroism. Allan Dwan balances the enormous sense of scale with scenes of intimacy and quiet, all realized in a rich black-and-white palette of contrasts both bold and delicate. Wallace Beery costars as Richard the Lionhearted with Fairbanks favorite Sam De Grasse as the villainous Prince John and Alan Hale as Robin's faithful squire turned comrade in arms Little John, a role he also played in the famous Errol Flynn remake of 1938. Fairbanks fans each have their favorites, but all agree than none is as magnificent as Robin Hood. --Sean Axmaker
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A big-screen spectacle that ranks as one of the monumental accomplishments of the era, Robin Hood is a timeless story of romance and intrigue, staged on a herculean scale. Douglas Fairbanks stars as the Earl of Huntington who transforms into the legendary Robin Hood to save the kingdom of Richard the Lion-Hearted.

Robin Hood - Season 1
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This show is like watching an epic movie every week!

Robin Hood Rules!

Excellent show for Family - Rare Star

BBC America has a Smash HIt!

Anachronistic but amusing & excellent satire of modern politics/warfare

Robin Hood - Season 1
Starring: Jonas Armstrong , Lucy Griffiths , and Richard Armitage
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ASIN: B000NQQ4DI
Release Date: 2007-06-05

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Every generation gets the Robin Hood it deserves. After a dashing adventure (The Adventures of Robin Hood), a ponderous retelling (Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves), spoofs (Mel Brooks' When Things Were Rotten and Robin Hood: Men in Tights), and even a cartoon (Disney's Robin Hood), this thoroughly modern 2006 BBC series brings cheeky wit, exuberant action, and fierce fencing and special effects-enhanced archery to the party. Scruffy Robin (Jonas Armstrong) returns home from the Crusades war-weary and "changed." But when he finds the countryside under the taxing grip of the brutal (he crushes birds with his bare hands!) Sheriff (Keith Allen) and his glowering lieutenant, Guy of Gisbourne (Richard Armitage), he takes up his bow and arrow against the injustice.

Series 1 depicts how Robin of Locksley becomes "Robin of the Wood" and then "Robin Hood," robbing from the rich and, well, you know the drill. "The peasants' hero," this Robin is a tad vainer than previous screen incarnations. As his former servant and wisecracking sidekick Much (Sam Troughton, who can be a bit much himself), observes, Robin likes to linger after his good deeds to see the looks of gratitude. Marian (Lucy Griffiths) is another revelation. The daughter of Nottingham's former sheriff, she doesn't exactly welcome Robin back with open arms. "Five years and you're still peddling the same drivel," she says after he spouts some romantic tripe. A formidable fighter and champion of justice herself, she has a surprising moonlighting gig best not revealed here. We also see the gathering of Robin's men (none call them "merry"), including hulking Little John (Gordon Kennedy), Allan-a-Dale (Joe Armstrong), and Will Scarlett (Harry Lloyd). Beautifully filmed in Hungary (what; England was booked?), Robin Hood is mostly grand escapist adventure, but there are unnerving scenes of violence that raise the stakes. In one episode, a peasant who won't reveal Robin's whereabouts has his tongue cut out, (mercifully offscreen). In another, a child is the victim of a sniper's arrow. . Robin Hood takes liberties with the oft-told story of the legendary folk hero, but it's so well played and rousingly entertaining, few should mind. --Donald Liebenson

Description

People's hero, war hero, romantic hero and leader of the world's most famous resistance group...Robin Hood is known and loved by millions around the world. His fight against a corrupt government and greedy officials is something we all can connect with. Fun, modern and intelligent, the BBC's Robin Hood is guaranteed to appeal to today's sophisticated viewers and is set to be as popular as the new Doctor Who. Sharp, witty scripts by Dominic Minghella and a striking new look set the tone as the BBC updates this popular legend for all the family.

DVD Features:
Audio Commentary
Audio Commentary
Featurette:Hood Academy Featurette
Other:Character profiles
Audio Commentary
Other:Character profiles
Audio Commentary
Other:Character profiles
Featurette:Robin Hood - The Making of Featurette Dressing Hood Featurette Designing the Hood Featurette

Customer Reviews:

This show is like watching an epic movie every week!.......2007-07-04

We have been hooked on this show from day one, it is only on the BBC here in America, I am 48 my daughter is 15 and we didn't miss one second and we were right there to pre-order it through Amazon, arrived right away and now we just can't wait for season 2 to start in October. The special effects on this show are amazing and let's face it who doesn't love Robin Hood who always saves the day and wins love in the end. I suggest buying the soundtrack at the same time as we did it's beautiful music, the many different actor's in this are so good at what they do, they really got the casting right on this, and even though I am 48, Jonas Armstrong who is 25 plays Robin is every girl's dream and Marion is stunning give yourself a gift you can't beat Amazon, and especially I order alot of out of this country items I am very happy.

Robin Hood Rules!.......2007-07-04

The Legend of Robin Hood is always redefined for every generation. The latest attempt is an action packed, fun filled weekly show and now it is compiled into one box set. Season one, episode one finds Robin and his man-servant, Much, returning from the Crusades and the action begins. The relationships that are built are believable and the audience truly becomes part of their lives. Much (Sam Troughton) is the goofy, but lovable side kick to Robin (Jonas Armstrong)and though he is a servant, he and Robin have been through a lot together and they are more like brothers. There is a lot of action, but yet it is a family show. Robin doesn't kill unless absolutely necessary. The kids can enjoy it! Mom's can enjoy the romance (Boy! Your heart bleeds for Marion and Robin!)And if you want bad guys you LOVE to hate meet Guy of Gisborne and The Sheriff of Nottingham (Richard Armitage and Keith Allen)The last episode was great. Season one ended perfectly, but yet left the viewer yearning for season two.This show is well acted, fun, romantic, action packed and funny! It is worth watching. The only reason I didn't give it five stars is because I am expecting next season to be even better.

Excellent show for Family - Rare Star.......2007-07-03

This show is not a historical reenactment. It is not Errol Flynn nor Mel Brooks. It is not tighly scripted but it IS a good TELEVISION show. There are anachronisms - who cares - it makes the story make sense to modern audiences.

This is the best Robin Hood version I have seen. It gives you a feel for the times. Has wonderful references to historical cultural activities. The technology shown is very convincing. Who cares if it is from 1300s rather than 1100s - it is still good.

Robin is not a hero- he is a man trying to do the right thing given the circumstances. Guy is not a villian - he is a man trying to do what he thinks is expected. The Sherrif is a politician who is heartless and unethical. Marian is caught between her family obligations and her compassion. These are multidimensional characters with complex interplay between them.

The best thing about it is this show we can all watch together. The story line is complex enough for me and my husband but the plot is direct enough for my 9 year old son. The violence is downplayed and there is no gore. If a man gets shot with an arrow, he falls down. Anything disturbing occurs off screen. There is flirtation and romance but no sex.

This is the best show on Television for the family that I know of.

BBC America has a Smash HIt!.......2007-07-03

Earlier this spring I stumbled onto this series on BBC America and ever since I did, I just can't get enough of it. Wholesome, fun and great adventure. This series deserves an Emmy! This is what all television should be like! Hats off to BBC and the entire production staff! That's the way to go! I can't wait to see season 2.... and more

Anachronistic but amusing & excellent satire of modern politics/warfare.......2007-07-03

A little too anachronistic for my tastes.... but I love the political satire of current issues.

I decided to check it out because I liked Richard Armitage (Guy of Gisbon), I find that his character as evil henchmen does not disappoint. Robin Hood is also well cast, an attractive young man with sad eyes who pulls off the earnest character in a believable manner, not too cocky or otherwise too alienating.

I think my biggest disappointment is the casting of the Sheriff. I like the actor Keith Allen, in other stuff I've seen. However, for some reason I don't like him as the sheriff. He comes off too campy and it throws off the show for me since the rest of it is played rather seriously. You can't pit a serious hero against a skipping snickering dilettante who enjoys verbally sparring with irony and sarcasm. It just doesn't work. I'm not saying the Sheriff of Nottingham has to be totally butch and sadistically evil.... I don't mind showing him as merely capricious and selfish/self-involved... that is fine -- just something about his portrayal doesn't seem right for the time/setting. (especially the episode where he's at a public hanging with a shirt open most of the way down to display his chest hair or another where his Painting his Toenails!).

Speaking of time/setting.....it's supposed to be 1192 and to me some of the behaviors and dialogue are too jarringly anachronistic.

As a feminist I enjoyed seeing Marian as the "night-watchman" but is it really possible for those times? I know they're trying to make her more interesting for today's female viewers and I don't just want her as a passive observer - so I'm kind of torn. I know women were basically chattel in terms of English law - and I'm not fond of seeing that -- but ignoring that fact also bothers me.
Other anachronisms: her practicing Tai-Chi and her wearing of barely there nightgown in a drafty castle, a little yellow crop-top sweater that looks like this years fashion or her perfect makeup (I know they had some basic eyeliner, blush & lipstick at the time) seem to caste an unrealistic tone to the show. I'm also all for more diversity in television, but would an African really be able to rise to be Master of Arms or an Abbess of a nunnery in those times?

Finally, as an atheist I find it refreshing that a character would admit to not being religious (even if it is the bad guy). But I hardly doubt that you could admit to "godlessness" and hold public office - especially under a king bent on a religious crusade and wiping out the "infidels".

Anyway, over all it is amusing and pretty good, so I look forward to Season 2. I know it's not supposed to be a perfect period piece so I can forgive the modern sensibilities (Especially since the deviations are closer to my beliefs anyway).

but mostly I like the show for it's political satire. It explores issues pertinent to America and Britain's invasion of Iraq.

It's exploration of the effects of war not only on those who go to fight, but those who stay at home. The idea of forcing the population to pay for a war they do not believe in. The moral issue of torture. Ruling the population through fear and intimidation. The fear and hatred of Muslims - ignorance of their culture. I could go on.

Definitely worth a look, IMO.

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Robin Hood DVD
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Robin Hood (Most Wanted Edition)
Starring: Brian Bedford , Phil Harris , Peter Ustinov , Terry-Thomas , and Monica Evans
Director: Wolfgang Reitherman
Manufacturer: Walt Disney Video
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ASIN: B000ICM5T4
Release Date: 2006-11-28

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A long time ago, in a faraway land, legend tells an extraordinary tale of courage and friendship.... Get ready for swashbuckling adventure, unforgettable characters, memorable music, and lots of laughs in Disney's ROBIN HOOD, one of the most cherished animated films of all time. Heroic Robin Hood -- along with his trusted companion Little John and his devoted band of merry men -- conjures up one famously funny and daring deed after another to outfox greedy Prince John and bring happiness to the residents of Sherwood Forest. THE MOST WANTED EDITION DVD also features a forest full of merriment with a never-before-seen alternate ending, all-new games, and Disney Song Selection, plus a new digital transfer, 5.1 Surround Sound, and much more!

Customer Reviews:

our favorite!.......2007-05-16

This is our favorite Disney movie. We both grew up watching the Video, so it's fun to see our boys watching the DVD and hearing the fun songs again.

Robin Hood DVD.......2007-05-08

It came in a timely manner! I really appreciate how easy the whole transaction was!

A classic.......2007-04-10

I got this for my kids b/c they have not seen it. It's been in the vault for a long time so when it came out I snatched it up. Although done in the Disney style of watered down story, it's good for young kids to get an idea of good vs. evil and not be scared. It also gives them a bit of history b/c this takes place in the past.

A classic Disney movie.

Excellent Condition.......2007-03-21

The DVD came packaged as if brand new. I was expecting a little bit of rounded off corners but the movie was clear. We enjoy watching it over & over. I would definitely refer to other friends.

I'm probably going to be incredibly biased here..........2007-03-10

When I was a kid, I had the original VHS release of Robin Hood and I must've watched dozens of times. Sure we had all the other ones but for some reason, I re-watched this movie more than any others. Watching it recently, I still find myself completely engrossed and it's probably one of the more effortlessly fun movies Disney had done. Over the years, the film's reception got mixed with people saying they preferred the staying power of Bambi and Cinderella but I find this one of my favorites movies the House has done.

Prince John took over the throne when his brother, King Richard left to fight the Crusades. Taxing everyone in the country, Robin Hood decides to step in and take his money and give it to the poor. Robin has his buddy Little John, church member Friar Tuck and the love of Maid Marian to help him while Prince John has his companion Sir Hiss and the Sheriff of Nottingham and their hopes that they will capture Robin.

One thing I found noticeable was just how great the characters were even if they got little to no development. While the main guy's of course Robin Hood, you find yourself amused by Prince John and Hiss just as much while having the strangest soft spot for characters like the church mice couple or the little rabbit kids. Some of the dialogue at times doesn't seem like traditional kids fare either and it helps make the film a bit more accessible since it's not so eye-rollingly cheesy that you wish your kids popped in a different movie. Songs, provided by Roger Miller of "King of the Road" fame does a couple of great songs including the solemn-but-not-depressing Not in Nottingham as well as provides the voice of Alan-a-Dale, the rooster who narrates even when he's in the scene.

When it comes down to Disney's DVD releases you sometimes notice a trend: the Platinum Editions, big restorations with plenty of special features to the simple Special Editions such as Pocahontas or Mulan which are pretty big as far as features but not as prestigious. Then we have stuff like this DVD. While the transfer and clean-up is pretty surprising, considering how ugly VHS was, the special features are unbelievably light. No one could've done a commentary or at least some kind of making-of? This was the first Disney film done without Walt Disney input since he passed away so we could've had someone mention that. But oh well.

This is no Snow White so don't even think it is. But instead this is probably one of the most underrated films they've done.

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Either you like it or not
Very creative!!
Huge laughs!
Funny but not gut-busting
Hilarious Mel Brooks Classic!

Robin Hood - Men in Tights
Director: Mel Brooks
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ASIN: B000G6BLW4
Release Date: 2006-09-05

Description

Cary Elwes stars as Robin Hood, the dashing defender of the down-trodden, who along with his merry men and Maid Marion, resides in Sherwood Forest. There they have become together to fight against the seriously neurotic Prince John, the not quite-evil Sheriff of Rottingham, and the mad scorceress Latrine.

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It's not Blazing Saddles, but there are some chuckles to be found in Mel Brooks's 1993 spoof of the Robin Hood legend. Cary Elwes is Robin (with a lighthearted jab at Kevin Costner's bad English accent in Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves), while Richard Lewis plays an angst-ridden King John, and Roger Rees a snotty Sheriff of Nottingham. Comic David Chappelle has some good moments as the only black member of Robins's noble thieves, and Brooks does his own spin on Friar Tuck: Rabbi Tuchman. The song-and-dance sequences featuring a chorus line of the Merry Men ("We're men / men in tights") is vintage Brooks, but otherwise the film can't get any traction. --Tom Keogh

Customer Reviews:

Either you like it or not.......2007-07-03

Personally, I didn't care for it. In my opinion, it started to show potientialseveral times but still kept letting me down. I watched it 3 times to make sure I wasn't missing anything and then gave it away. I rated it a 4 because I'm sure some folks will like it and the DVD arrived quickly and in perfect condition.

Very creative!!.......2007-06-21

Another of my favorite comedies and very well scripted as well as the cast being a fantastic pick! I highly recommend all to see this flick. You'll get lots of laughs as this is true Mel Brooks style.

Huge laughs!.......2007-06-08

I love this movie. It's hysterical. Some of it is very corny (on purpose), and I wouldn't recommend it for kids, but it gets great laughs from adults. A definite necessity for any comedy movie night. I watch it every chance I get.

Funny but not gut-busting.......2007-06-01

Men In Tights is a great parody of a slightly-above-average movie. Most of the funniest parts of Men In Tights are the 1990s cultural references that have nothing to do with the Robin Hood association. Definitely worth seeing, but not one that I would watch frequently. I loved Tracey Ullman as Latrine, and Brunhilde is hilarious in every scene. The Everlast-branded chastity belt is just one example of a tremendous amount of sight gags that are hilarious. This movie is trademark Mel Brooks, but it doesn't break the fourth wall as much as say, Blazing Saddles, which I feel is a strong point for Men In Tights.

Hilarious Mel Brooks Classic!.......2007-05-30

This is honestly one of my absolute favourite movies! A hilarious spin on the Robin Hood movies, this comedy incorporates situation comedy, slapstick, and lots of play-on-words. There's something here for everyone. I doubt that anyone, having watched it, won't immediately buy a copy! Seriously, rent it first, if you have any doubts, but this movie is sure to please anyone in the audience!

The Mel Brooks Collection (Blazing Saddles / Young Frankenstein / Silent Movie / Robin Hood: Men in Tights / To Be or Not to Be / History of the World, Part 1 / The Twelve Chairs / High Anxiety)

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The Mel Brooks Collection (Blazing Saddles / Young Frankenstein / Silent Movie / Robin Hood: Men in Tights / To Be or Not to Be / History of the World, Part 1 / The Twelve Chairs / High Anxiety)
Starring: Mel Brooks
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ASIN: B000E6ESIK
Release Date: 2006-04-04

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There are plenty of belly laughs in The Mel Brooks Collection, an eight-disc set of most of the director-writer-actor's best-known films. Four of them--Silent Movie, High Anxiety, To Be or Not to Be, and Robin Hood: Men with Tights--are making their debut on DVD, while a fifth, The Twelve Chairs, was briefly available as a non-anamorphic DVD from Image Entertainment (all the DVDs in this set are anamorphically enhanced for widescreen TVs). That means you can sample a 23-year stretch of Brooks's outrageous and affectionate spoofing of everything from movies to popular legends to movies to historical figures to, hey! more movies.

The earliest film, The Twelve Chairs (1970), is the least known, but is one of the funniest, helped greatly by a good story (adapted from a 1920s Russian tale) and the casting of Ron Moody and Frank Langella as treasure hunters. Young Frankenstein and Blazing Saddles followed in 1974. The former, a spoof of horror films, is easily one of the top two or three funniest movies of all time, and the latter is justly famous for its often-tasteless send-up of Western cliches. Silent Movie (1976) is just what the title describes, with its only word of dialogue spoken from the least-likely source, and High Anxiety (1977) pays tribute to the work of Alfred Hitchcock. History of the World, Part 1 (1981) mocks historical events and epics, and To Be or Not to Be (1983) is a remake of Ernst Lubitsch's 1942 classic of the same name (it's also the only film in the set for which Brooks didn't receive writing and directing credit). By this time, Brooks was more actively taking the leading roles himself (rather than the bit parts), and unfortunately relying less on his topnotch ensemble of recurring players, which included Gene Wilder, Madeline Kahn, Cloris Leachman, Harvey Korman, and Dom Deluise. But he does use a new ensemble (including Cary Elwes and, in his film debut, Dave Chappelle), for Robin Hood: Men in Tights (1993), the feature-length spin on the same hero Brooks had spoofed in his short-lived 1975 television series When Things Were Rotten.

Bonus features are minor. In addition to an HBO featurette on Men in Tights, there's a featurette and interviews on To Be or Not to Be and all the features (Brooks commentary, deleted scenes, interviews, etc.) that were on the original release of Young Frankenstein. Note that while rights issues kept The Producers, Spaceballs, and other films out of this set, 20th Century Fox was able to use Warner Bros.' Blazing Saddles. The features on that disc, however, are the ones that were on the 1997 DVD release, not the 2004 anniversary reissue. Regardless, the set's price for this many films is low, and because it has so many films new to DVD, Brooks fans will want to pick this up faster than they can say... "Frau Blücher!" --David Horiuchi

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This 8 disc boxset includes Blazing Saddles, High Anxiety, History of the World Part I, Robinhood Men in Tights, Silent Movie, To Be or Not to Be, Twelve Chairs, Young Frankenstein.

Customer Reviews:

Classic Comedy.......2007-06-15

These movies are non-stop fun. If you like classic, musical style comedy then these are the films for you. I have seen quite a few of the Mel Brooks movies before I bought this set, but what surprised me were the entertainment value of the movies that I hadn't watched before. High Anxiety and To Be or Not to Be are more coherent than the famous Mel Brooks movies and that makes them great films if you want some light comedy. Enjoy!

Gotta have it!.......2007-05-14

I bought this for my husband but it, in fact, was a treat for myself as well. This is a collection any fan of Mel Brooks should have and the discs are in small, individual cases which house in a single, thin box. In other words, you get eight films that take up very little space. If you or anyone you know enjoys Mel Brooks' films, this is a must-have.

Awaiting the Blu-Ray version.......2007-05-10

This set is nice, but I can't believe the studios haven't released this same collection in HD format yet. What is currently holding me from buying a Blu-Ray player is exactly the lack of any decent comedy movies in Blu-Ray format. Instead, the studios seem to think that releasing Vin Diesel and Stallone movies is somehow a priority for HD format releases. As if seeing explosions in HD would make any difference!.

I hate the studios, I really do.

Mel Brooks best and other.......2007-04-30

A good collection but the inclusion of Space Balls would have made it better. If you like Mel, get this.

When Mel was still a genius.......2007-03-09

Mel Brooks has probably been responsible for more of the laughter in my cinema attendance than any other individual. If this collection had been released 5 years ago, it would have warranted 5 stars. Instead, I'm a little miffed that in order to get "Silent Movie", and "High Anxiety", two of the titles from Mel that I've been waiting for on DVD for years now, I have to repurchase 3 others that I had already bought on DVD. I really hate this aspect of DVD special packaging and collectors editions. I wouldn't mind it all that much if I thought Mel got a decent cut of the dough I spent, but I know the soul-sucking studio probably gets 99%, and Mel doesn't get enough to buy a plate of beans.

The Adventures of Robin Hood (Two-Disc Special Edition)

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The Adventures of Robin Hood (Two-Disc Special Edition)
Starring: Melville Cooper , Errol Flynn , Alan Hale , Ian Hunter , and Kenneth Hunter
Director: Curtiz, Michael
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Dashing Errol Flynn is the definitive Robin Hood in the most gloriously swashbuckling version of the legendary story. Warner Brothers reunited Michael Curtiz, their top-action director, with the winning team of Flynn and Olivia de Havilland (Maid Marian) and perennial villain Basil Rathbone as the aristocratic Sir Guy of Gisbourne, and pulled out all stops for the production. It became their costliest film to date, a grandly handsome, glowing Technicolor adventure set to a stirring, Oscar-winning score by Erich Wolfgang Korngold. The decadent Prince John (a smoothly conniving Claude Rains) takes advantage of King Richard's absence to tax the country into poverty but meets his match in the medieval guerrilla rebel Robin Hood and his Merry Men of Sherwood Forest, who rise up and, to quote a cliché coined by the film, "steal from the rich and give to the poor." Stocky Alan Hale Sr. plays Robin's loyal friend Little John (a part he played in Douglas Fairbanks's silent version), Eugene Palette the portly Friar Tuck, and Melville Cooper the bumbling Sheriff of Nottingham. Flynn's confidence and cocky charm makes for a perfect Robin Hood, and his easygoing manner is a marvelous counterpoint to Rathbone's regal bearing and courtly diction. The film climaxes in their rousing battle-to-the-finish sword fight, a magnificently choreographed scene highlighted by Curtiz's inventive use of shadows cast upon the castle walls. --Sean Axmaker

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Errol Flynn is eternally charming as Robin, defender of the poor, in this rousing family adventure that co-stars Olivia de Havilland and Claude Rains. Year: 1938 Director: Michael Curtiz, William Keighley Starring: Errol Flynn, Olivia de Havilland, Basil Rathbone, Claude Rains, Alan Hale

Customer Reviews:

All time Classic.......2007-06-25

One of the great action- adventure movies of all time with healthy doses of comedy and romance thrown in to boot. Flynn is just perfect in the title role and the entire cast is great: de Havilland as Marion, Rains as Prince John, Pallette as Friar Tuck, Hale as Lillte John and Rathbone as the villain. It was said that the 2 best fencers at the time in Hollywood were Flynn and Rathbone and this shows in their climactic swordfight. Last but not least, the director Curtiz who would direct Casablanca in a few years, was one the great directors. One of the all time Hollywood classic movies!

Most Loved Movie.......2007-06-15

"The Adventures of Robin Hood" still comes across as fresh and entertaining almost 70 years after its release. It was nominated for Best Picture in 1938. Carl Jules Weyl won the Oscar for the film for Best Art Direction. The delightful look of the Nottingham Palace with the high stone walls creates the perfect period atmosphere. Ralph Dawson won the Oscar for Best Editing for the film. Some of the film sequences are astonishing. The scene where the whole hall breaks into sword fight has a continual clink of crashing swords as the camera shifts from duel to duel. Erich Wolfgang's score won the other Oscar for which the picture was nominated.

Errol Flynn's career is legendary as an action hero. He was never nominated for an Oscar. His personal life, particularly the statutory charges from 1942 that earned him the phrase "in like Flynn" could have wrecked a smaller star's career, but Flynn kept going. He's probably in his quintessential moment as Robin Hood, flashing smiles, romantic sparks flying with Maid Marian and his constant good humor. It's hard not to root for a hero like Robin.

I particularly like Patric Knowles as his sidekick Will Scarlet. From the costuming that places him in brilliant red to match his character name, Knowles flashes the smile, never stealing the spotlight, but always ready to fly to Robin's defense. Knowles had a long film career that included some gems like "Expensive Husbands" & "A Bill of Divorcement," but he shined brightly in this action adventure.

Olivia deHaviland plays Marian Fitzwalter, better known as Maid Marian. The costumer highlights her face in blues & lavenders. She radiates incredible charm & grace. The scene where she stands before Prince John and declares her disgust with his actions shows steel in her her feminine character. Olivia won two Oscars for "To Each His Own" in 1946 & "The Heiress" in 1949. Her role as Marian was believable. Her loving looks let you know that Robin was one lucky man.

Eugene Pallette plays Friar Tuck. This actor had an amazing career, acting in over 180 films! His resume lists some true classics like 1916's "Intolerance," the ghostly "Topper" from 1937, "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington" in 1939 & "Heaven Can Wait" in 1943. As the portly Friar Tuck, his swordfight scene with Robin is both entertaining and hilarious. He had a voice that sounded like a gravel road, but he was one of the actors that flourished in both the silent and sound eras.

Alan Hale Sr. who played Little John also had an amazing film career spanning from 1912 to 1950. His films include silent era "The Prisoner of Zenda" from 1913 to "The Inspector General" in 1949. As Little John, his burly build and contagious good humor makes him an ideal fit for Robin's band of Merry Men.

Our two main villains are both played by notable actors. As Prince John, Claude Rains is an underhanded two-faced back-stabber. He was nominated four times as Best Supporting Actor including for "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington" in 1939 & "Casablanca" in 1943.

Basil Rathbone who many associate as Sherlock Holmes plays Sir Guy of Gisbourne and vows to apprehend Robin Hood. The scene where Robin captures his entourage, takes his money & sends him back in rags is (for the audience) a joyful humiliation. Rathbone was nominated for Best Supporting actor in If I Were King, a film based on the stage play by Justin Huntly McCarthy. He had also been nominated for a similar award in 1936 for "Romeo & Juliet." Neither Raines nor Rathbone ever won an Oscar, as good as they both were.

Two other actors deserve special mention. Ian Hunter played Richard the Lionheart who returns home in the nick of time to reclaim his throne. Hunter won an Oscar in 1953 for Best Original Screenplay for "Roman Holiday." Una O'Connor plays Lady Marian's attending maid Bess. Her clever comic barbs made her screen time sparkle. O'Connor was in many other films including "The Bells of St. Mary's" from 1945 & "Random Harvest" in 1942. Some may also be interested to note that the palomino horse Olivia deHaviland rides in Sherwood Forest later would be seen as Roy Rogers' Trigger.

The theme of Saxons and Normans getting along despite differences, the treatment of women, fairness in taxation and care for the poor give the film a thematic backbone. As we near the 70th anniversary of this film, it deserves its place as one of the most watched & loved of the era's movies. Enjoy!

review of robin hood.......2007-06-12

This is the best family oriented swashbuckling adventure movie ever made! And this remastered two disc version with its superb picture and many extras is well worth the purchase price!

Missing Features?.......2007-06-10

I have this exact DVD set, but some features advertised on the packaging don't appear in the DVD menus...? Specifically, on disc 2, I don't see "A Journey to Sherwood Forest", "From the Cutting Room" (including the blooper reels), "Splitting the Arrow", and "Audio-Only Delights". Misleading packaging? Defective production? Clueless viewer?

Perfect film, outstanding extras.......2007-06-09

Warners have celebrated Errol Flynn's greatest film and one of the studio's greatest achievements with this spectacular 2 disc special edition. The merits of the film are well documented - perfect casting, perfect score, a timeless adventure, spectacular colour - but the extras on this DVD are overwhelming. Try this for starters:

- a beautifully paced and delivered commentary by Rudy Behlmer, filled with interesting information from the Warner's archives and production notes
- an hilarious Daffy Duck cartoon with Porky Pig as Friar Tuck.
- recently discovered outakes from the vaults with Rudy Behlmer explaining where they fit in
- home movies during taken production.
- a complete soundtrack of Eric Wolfgang Korngold's score
- a documentary on the history of the legend of Robin Hood including scenes from Douglas Fairbank's silent version

The is just a sample of material on this DVD. It is outstanding value and a wonderful legacy of this timeless classic.

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Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves
An example of why I hate extended versions of movies
One of my favorites!
Kevin Costner's best
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Kevin Costner's lousy English accent is a small obstacle in this often exciting version of the Robin Hood fable. That aside, it's refreshing to have a preface to the old story in which we meet the robber hero of Sherwood Forest as a soldier in King Richard's Crusades, coming home to find his people under siege from the cruelties of the Sheriff of Nottingham (Alan Rickman). After Robin and his community of outcasts and fighters take to the trees, director Kevin Reynolds (Fandango, 187) is on more familiar narrative ground, and he goes for the gusto with lots of original action (Robin shoots two arrows simultaneously from his bow in two directions). Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, as Marion, makes a convincing damsel in distress, and Morgan Freeman brings dignity to his role as Robin's Moor friend. Alan Rickman, however, gets the most attention for his scene-chewing role as the rotten sheriff, an almost campy performance that is highly entertaining but perhaps a little out of sorts with the rest of the film. --Tom Keogh

Customer Reviews:

Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves.......2007-05-14

Charming love story with a good bit of humor built in. Kevin Costner is perfect for the part of Robin Hood. Not only is he gorgeous, but you truly believe that he's capable of being that hero that Robin Hood was.

An example of why I hate extended versions of movies.......2007-05-09

First of all this movie is a classic. I remember watching it all the time when I was a kid. I'm pissed though because of the way they have released this movie on dvd. First, they put the original version on two sides of the disc, which force the viewer to get up and flip the dvd to finish the movie. Then they make this 2 disc special edition with a whole lot of new scenes that totally didn't need to be in the movie. Plus, they don't even include the original version on the 2 disc special edition. Jesus christ, what does a person have to do to get a great movie decently put on dvd? Is it too much to ask of these movie companies that they show these movies proper respect?

One of my favorites!.......2007-05-09

Okay... when this movie came out it was panned by the critics. And aside from a special few of whom I've discussed this movie, it isn't a big favorite of the masses.
But I ignore everyone else's opinion because I totally love this movie! Purchased this DVD to replace my VHS. I love the story, I love the actors, and I love the Brian Adams song at the end. I'm a stickler for a good villian, and this movie has one. Not necessarily the evilest, but unintentionally, character wise, very funny.
If you've not seen this movie, perhaps you should rent it first, but sometimes purchasing a used movie is actually cheaper than renting it. And if you don't like it... sell it on e-bay.

Kevin Costner's best.......2007-05-05

Kevin Costner may have received some criticism for this movie, to wit: his lack of an accent. He may have gotten more accolades for other more mediocre films, to wit: Dances with Wolves. But in my book, this is the best movie he's ever done. This is just a good, wholesome, fun, rendition of the classic story. It deserves to be watched and enjoyed by anyone - even those who rightfully panned such losers as Waterworld and The Postman.

Response to an earlier review.......2007-03-17

I have to agree with the other positive reviews of the Two-Disc special extended edition. I do want to respond to one reviewer who said that key scenes were cut from the original... I'm not sure about the other scenes referred to, but I am currently watching the movie, and I can definitly say the scene where Robin cuts the Sheriff's cheek is in the extended version. It is very fast... the cutting sequence is probably less than 1/2 second so you have to be watching for it... but it is there.

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.. nice idea but...
Clear cutting of Sherwood Forest
Robin Hood it's not
Virgins right....
Virgins of..Worthy..

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Starring: Gabriella Hall , Shannan Leigh , Amber Newman , Brian Heidik , and Jason Schnuit
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.. nice idea but..........2007-04-15

When I came across this movie two key words caught my attention...1 - vagina... 2 - director's cut...I love Gabriella Hall but this movie is kak...it is a nice idea but again not cleverly executed... lots of nudity but not that erotic...it looked too 'cut' for a directors cut... I did not enjoy the movie...the key words did not do the trick...

Clear cutting of Sherwood Forest.......2007-04-10

Video quality could be better and the appearances of featured 'star'were fewer than expected.

Robin Hood it's not.......2006-08-05

I spent most of the time in fast forward, and don't think that I missed any of the plot. I gave it a 2 because it was not so bad that I turned it off. A good movie to put on in the backround, if you are not going to pay it much attention.

Virgins right...........2006-07-25

not a great acting movie but of course you don't see these kind of movies for the acting but it is very comedic. the scenes are really good and all of the women are hot there isn't one woman who is unattractive in this film. its as good as softcore can get if this was hardcore it probably would have been even a better title but still a good buy if you like this style. but this movie is an excellent choice and funny if your looking for comedy and a little bit of action.

Virgins of..Worthy.........2005-09-14

I am into collecting all the older movies such as this and find
them funny as well as interesting and the ones I have bought are
becoming part of my collection. I would recommend this one if
you are into a funny, sexy, nude version of Robin Hood.

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The Mask of Zorro
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LOVE MY ZORRO
Just A Lot of Swashbuckling Fun!
Zorro: The Next Generation

The Mask of Zorro (Deluxe Edition)
Starring: José María de Tavira , Diego Sieres , Emiliano Guerra , Yolanda Orisaga , and Paco Morayta
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Release Date: 2005-10-18

Description

A sweeping romantic adventure of love and honor, tragedy and triumph set against Mexico's fight for independence. Twenty years have past since Don Diego de la Vega (Hopkins) fought oppression as the legendary hero, Zorro. Now he must find a successor and he chooses Alejandro Murietta (Banderas), a bandit with a troubled past who he must, somehow, transform into the fearless fighter he once had been. Then, armed with sword, whip, mask and the jet-black stallion, Tornado, the new Zorro must stop tyrant Raphael Montero, newly returned from Spain with a plot to actually buy California and enslave the populous to work in his mines.

Customer Reviews:

The Mask of Zorro.......2007-06-13

I love it for a modern day sword fighting movie it is entertaining and a must have.

family film.......2007-05-07

Great entertainment for the whole family, I enjoyed it age 72 and my grand children 14 and 11 and daughter age 45 .........forany age I think.

LOVE MY ZORRO.......2007-01-10

Antonio Bandaras is the far best Zorro actor. His accent brings life to the folk hero. Catherine Zeta-Jones is perfect for the part she plays.
Over all the movie is great for those who like action movies as well as romance. Bring on Antonio as Zorro!

Just A Lot of Swashbuckling Fun!.......2006-09-20

"The Mask of Zorro" is a rare case of an action movie that doesn't break any boundaries, yet doesn't seem formulaic. Zorro is the legendary fictional hero who protects the people against tyrannical villains, usually clownish Mexican soldiers and greedy bureaucrats.

As most are aware, the story begins when Diego De La Vega, aka Zorro, (Anthony Hopkins) does one last good deed for the locals by bringing the greedy Rafael Montero (Stuart Wilson) to justice. But Montero finds Zorro's secret lair and exacts heart-braking vengeance upon him, Diego's daughter is stolen and is imprisoned for twenty years. Later, the daughter grows into the beautiful Elena (Catherine Zeta-Jones), who knows nothing of her true past.

The other arc that intertwines is that of Alejandro Murietta (Antonio Banderas), who also loses everything when confronted by one of Montero's goons, the ruthless Captain Love (Matt Letscher). Alejandro and Diego, now escaped from prison, team up to bring both men to justice, and do so with the presence of a hero long-absent, but never forgotten---Zorro!

The acting in this movie is perfect for an action/adventure, because the actors bring more to the screen than the script probably suggested. Banderas brings so many layers to the character of Alejandro: first a clownish thug, then a man who can only quench his thirst for vengeance by becoming a charming noble. Hopkins, as always, has a believeable screen presence, and always helps us see what a tortured soul he really is, yet manages to keep his patient resolve. And Catherine Zeta Jones in her pre-Oscar role is more than a damsel in distress. In fact, Elena Montero is never a damsel at all. She's a sexy, feisty woman who never loses courage in the face of turmoil. She's really an exceptional heroine. Martin Campbell (the director) never allows his female characters to be useless pawns (see "Golden-Eye"), and this is no exception.

The villains, however, are also better than expected. Stuart Wilson worked with director Martin Campbell in "No Escape" as a cannibalistic gang-leader, who frankly sent chills down my spine everytime I saw him. Here, his character of Montero isn't necessarily evil, but has no problem taking extreme measures to satisfy his own greed. The underrated success of this film, in my opinion, is the performance of Matt Letscher as Captain Love. Love is a sadistic soldier whose viciousness is matched by his exceptional swordsman skills. Every scene when Banderas and Letscher are together is simply amazing, because so much has been established that we can barely stand the tension between them. The obligatory moment where Love and Alejandro (as the new Zorro) finally staredown for a final fight is simply breathtaking, because so much anger and determination has climaxed to this one moment! It's really an impressive moment---so simple, but so heart-pounding.

But beyond the acting is also a high-quality production. The sets and costuming are authentic (no "Wild Wild West" anachronisms here), the music by James Horner is one his best score's to date, the sound effects are crisp and sharp, the photography is gorgeous as it captivates the beauty of the red sunsets, and the action sequences are awesome! The swordfights are well-choreographed, and never use digital effects to "enhance" the action. There is a neat horse chase, and the final sequence in a Mexican mine is intense and breath-taking!

"The Mask of Zorro" is what action/adventure should be. Funny, sexy, fast-paced, well-acted, and exciting all amidst a top-notch production! Trust me on this, this movie is NEVER boring! Because the DVD doesn't cost much, and is packed with excellent Extras...you can't go wrong.

Zorro: The Next Generation.......2006-09-03

The Mask of Zorro brings to the screen the story of who else, but the well-known Mexican hero.
The setting is California in the transitional period following Spain's withdrawal from Mexico and Zorro, due to old age, can no longer defend the people against oppression and injustice. Subsequently, he needs to find someone to replace him or else the legend of Zorro will die with him...
The film combines romance, drama, and adventure in such a way that it spells success.
Moreover, the fascinating culture and traditions of pre-union California as well as the historical time period in question are presented very well in the film.
Needless to say, Anthony Hopkins, Antonio Banderas, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and the rest of the cast have truly outdone themselves with their performances, which are outstanding to say the least! All the actors, without exceptions, give it their 100%! Their great talent and chemistry clearly shows, thus providing an entertaining film that can be watched over and over again.
The setting, the dialogues, the music and the costumes are all wonderful!
Very well written and very well presented, it is a movie definitely worth watching, as it will surely put you in a good mood!

Robin Hood - Prince of Thieves (Two-Disc Special Extended Edition)

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Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves
An example of why I hate extended versions of movies
One of my favorites!
Kevin Costner's best
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Robin Hood - Prince of Thieves (Two-Disc Special Extended Edition)
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For the good of all men, and the love of one woman, he fought to uphold justice by breaking the law. In this richly-detailed, action-packed retelling of the legendary story, Robin Hood must battle the evil Sheriff of Nottingham not only to save King Richard the Lionhearted and England but also to save his love, the noble beauty Maid Marian.

Customer Reviews:

Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves.......2007-05-14

An example of why I hate extended versions of movies.......2007-05-09

One of my favorites!.......2007-05-09

Kevin Costner's best.......2007-05-05

Response to an earlier review.......2007-03-17

The Legend of Zorro (Widescreen Special Edition)

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It's more suitable for kids than adults
Fun to Watch If Relaxed
Legend of Zorro
The Horse And The Kid Steal The Show
Silly, Just Silly

The Legend of Zorro (Widescreen Special Edition)
Starring: Alberto Reyes (II) , Julio Oscar Mechoso , Gustavo Sanchez-Parra , Adrian Alonso , and Nick Chinlund
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ASIN: B000CEXGAU
Release Date: 2006-01-31

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The Zorro brand of hot-blooded derring-do returns with The Legend of Zorro, starring Antonio Banderas and Catherine Zeta-Jones in the roles that brought them stardom with The Mask of Zorro. Now married for ten years and parents to young rascal Joaquim (charming Adrian Alonso, perhaps being set up for a future Son of Zorro), dashing swordsman Alejandro (Banderas, a Spaniard playing a Mexican) and sultry spitfire Elena De La Vega (Zeta-Jones, a Welshwoman playing a Spaniard) abruptly divorce, sending Alejandro on a drunken binge--which only gets worse when he learns Elena is being wooed by the mysterious Armand (Rufus Sewell, a Brit playing a Frenchman). Little does Alejandro know that Elena has ulterior motives, and that a worldwide conspiracy and a secret weapon will soon threaten the integrity of the U.S. The Legend of Zorro has way too much plot, leaving room for only two genuinely preposterous donnybrooks and a handful of lackluster brawls. Banderas and Zeta-Jones flash a bit of their considerable charisma, but by and large they (and the movie as a whole) are on autopilot. Not awful, but lacking any real spark. --Bret Fetzer

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It's more suitable for kids than adults.......2007-06-28

The action scenes are childish and funny. The plot is just an excuse to joke around. It's still enjoyable and worth watching once. The Mask of Zorro is much more exciting.

Fun to Watch If Relaxed.......2007-06-22

Antonio Banderas is a wonderful actor (not to mention the prowess of Catherine Zeta-Jones), so I knew from the start that there was a good chance I would like this movie. At the beginning the action sword fighting and running scenes are rather unrealistic, but I thought enjoyable to watch.

It's not the deepest drama or action movie you will watch, but that is just fine if you go into this movie for more of an "easy-to-watch" action/comedy.

When you sit down to watch this movie, please be relaxed. It's just a movie, and if you start to think of the historical inaccuracies you might become very frustrated. Some examples are (don't worry, no real spoilers)
*Keep in mind, this movie takes place in 1850
1) Abraham Lincoln appeared at the end - (Lincoln was president 1861-1865)
2) There is some talk of the Confederacy - (Confederacy was formed in 1861
3) General Bouregard meets an untimely demise - (He died in 1893)
Have fun and find more on your own.

If you like light, easy to watch movies - buy
If you like light movies but don't want to buy unless it's great - rent
If you want serious - don't watch
If you can't stand historical inaccuracies - forget you heard about this movie.

Legend of Zorro.......2007-05-07

This is probably one of my favorite films and I ordered this on DVD, as I only had it on VHS and it has been watched MANY times. I love the actor, like who wouldn't, unless they were dead or in a coma. The action and story are great, with LOTS of action and humor that I really liked. I,
also, have the sequel and TRULY hope there will be more to come.

The Horse And The Kid Steal The Show.......2007-04-27

This review refers to the Widescreen Special DVD edition of "The Legend of Zorro"...

Kids will have no trouble sitting through this less then worthy sequel to the 1998 "Mask Of Zorro". With it's PG rating it has lost the fire and passion between the stars(Antonio Banderas and Catherine Zeta-Jones) and the storyline. It was definitely lacking in several areas that fans might have expected to find. There was plenty of swashbuckling action, explosions and acrobatics to keep the younger set invovled, but a bit lackluster and predictable. On the up side, it's worth the view as in the sequel to "Romancing the Stone","Jewel of the Nile" we have already come to love these characters and it's nice to see the story continue.Only not as good as Jewel. It did provided a few very funny moments that were mostly provided by the horse(think "Cat Ballou"), and the young son of the De La Vega's was a charmer and added a reason to care about what happens to the family.

The story picks up ten years after the first. California Statehood is in need of Zorro's help. The people want it, but there are a few who will stop at nothing to block it. These men are dangerous and evil and their plans include terrorizing and destruction. Meanwhile the De La Vegas are having problems of their own. Elena tells the big Z she wants him home, it's too risky for him to continue his heroic ways, and their son needs him to be a father. Zorro's first priority is the people, so Elena calls it splitsville. When Alejandro/Zorro, see her involved with the man who is behind all the evilness, he falls apart. But when his son and wife's life are in jeopardy, he heeds the call to action once more. It is then we see some of the sparks fly between the two. In a PG manner of course.

The DVD is gorgeous. Beautiful picture in anamorphic widescreen, great sound and some great special features. Commentary, deleted scenes, Behind the scenes featurettes, English and French subtitles(although I thought it strange there are no Spanish subtitles).There is also a full screen edition available for those who prefer.

Banderas and Zeta-Jones, although nice to look at just seemed to lack the chemistry in this one. I also very much missed the presence of the great Anthony Hopkins. After all saving the family AND the people of California all at once, could take a Knight in shining armour.

The first Zorro was a film I could watch over and over. This one, clocking in at just over two hours, had just a few to many Z's for me...Zzzzzzzzzzz, a bit of a snooze-fest. But I think it may be a good rental for that rainy day when the kids are cooped up in the house......Laurie

Silly, Just Silly.......2007-04-14

There is only one word to describe this flick - SILLY. Good for 10 year olds and younger. Story weak. Acting mediocre. The action sequences look very "staged" and unnatural and are unbelievable. One glaring error. This movie is set in early California, before it becomes a state. Near the end of the film they show an American flag - and it has 50 STARS on it!!! Mama Mia!! Couldn't even get that right. The title should have been "The Legend of Zero".

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