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Robin of Sherwood - Season 1

starring: Michael Praed, Anthony Valentine
directed by: Alex Kirby

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Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Binding: DVD
EAN: 0054961915293
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, DVD-Video, Full Screen, NTSC, Original recording remastered
Label: ACORN MEDIA
Manufacturer: ACORN MEDIA
Number Of Items: 5
Publisher: ACORN MEDIA
Region Code: 1
Release Date: March 13, 2007
Running Time: 676 minutes
Sales Rank: 20918
Studio: ACORN MEDIA
Theatrical Release Date: 1983



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Description:
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.

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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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Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - Thoroughly Enjoyable.
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Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - Set one of the best dvd series to come to USA
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Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - A Very Enjoyable Retelling of the Robin Hood Legend
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Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - Simply the best
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Rating: 4 out of 5 stars - Robin of Sherwood Part 1
I saw this on PBS in the '80's and was a fan from the start. The acting is great, and the scenery of England ... Read More

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