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Posted by: Jennifer on 21 Jun ' 10 at 07:48

Edited by TimeOutDubai.com

Undeservedly harsh review. It's apparently the most historically correct Robin Hood ever to hit the screens and, as such, makes for a far more plausible take on one minor aspect of British history. Richard the 'Lionheart' is portrayed rather more as one envisages he was: returning to England bloated, tired and suitably jaded after pillaging and plundering the Holy Lands. Crowe's solid physique is in context with the role and as one would expect with his character's heritage (although he did indeed look bloated on a recent Letterman promo appearance for the film). Hiss horsemenship and archery skills appear without fault (more than can be said for many who take a crack at derring-do, boys' own adventure genre roles). Cate's more than plausible in her role and, in the absence of the sylph-like 'fair maid Marion' as wheeled out in previous productions, acquits herself very well. Shock, horror - she even sports a grubby, 13th century-appropriate, countenance with a pleasing lack of hollywood glitz, glamour and preposterous costumery. Action far exceeds the yawn factor and the cinematography is truly glorious. Worth four stars!