Product: Robin Hood [VHS] (1973)
Rating: 3.0
Not a great Disney film, but still fun for kids
Disney's animated version of ROBIN HOOD was released during the studio's biggest dry spell. Watching this film, you can sense that the studio was trying to re-establish itself following the death of its founder. Scenes from previous films were recycled (note the dance scene in one musical sequence borrows heavily from SNOW WHITE), an odd list of actors were cast to voice the characters (e.g. Southerners playing Englishmen! ), and only one or two songs are memorable. But it's not as bad as it sounds. The animated ROBIN HOOD does have some redeeming things about it.The reason why adults may not find this film exciting is because it's strictly aimed at kids. But its emphasis on maintaining healthly relationships with loved ones during hard times is something to admire. To say that ROBIN HOOD lacks heart is being a tad harsh. Yes, it lacks a strong story, but it's unfair to dismiss it all together just for that. The film's simplicity and unpretentious nature has helped ROBIN HOOD in receiving wider attention and appreciation over the years. It may not be a "classic" Disney film, but it's certainly an admirable one.