Study: Robin Hood (2010)

Plot:

Following King Richard's death, Robin Longstride (Robin Hood) and his men return to England. Upon their return they discover a dead knight and comrade; Robert of Locksley. Discovering that Locksley had been ambushed by Godfrey, Robin swears to return his sword to his father Walter in Nottingham. Here Walter encourages Robin Hood to impersonate the dead knight in order to prevent his land being taken by the crown. Robin soon finds himself with a ready-made wife; Marian. In order to secure a French take over, Godfrey takes advantage of the King's weakness, worming his way into the King's  services as Earl Marshal of England. Upon this he proceeds to destroy towns under the pretext of collecting Royal Taxes. Robin Hood and his men must navigate the politics of barons, royals, traitors, and the French.

Actors:
Russell Crowe - Australian
Cate Blanchett - Australian
Mark Strong - British
Max Von Sydow - Swedish
William Hurt - American

Director:
Ridley Scott

Style/Genre:

Action packed period drama.

Production Company:

Universal Studios

Scott Free

Distribution:

Universal Pictures

Exhibition:

United Kingdom on 12 May 2010, after premiering at the 2010 Cannes Film Festival

United States on 14 May 2010.