Product: Robin of Sherwood: The Complete Collection (1983)
Rating: 5.0
Magical Portrayal of the Legendary Characters
Without a doubt the best portrayal of the Robin Hood stories that I have ever seen. I won't say it's perfect though, but it is more realistic, even with the "magic and mystical" element which helps to create a real period feel to the production. Where the series excells is the attention given to casting and the characterisation. These guys look and feel real and "just right" for the part. Every other version I have seen, whether it be movie or series, never makes the mark in my view in this regard. The sets and costumes are wonderful. Given the budget, and the special effects facilities of the time, this production is nothing short of a miracle. In fact, if the FX of today were available, it may have detracted from the series, because there is a tendency to overdo, losing realism and character development at the same time. Worth every cent.