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Not My Robin Hood
- The MGM+ Robin Hood series is criticized for replacing the hero's altruism with adolescent self-interest, according to the Vulture review.
- The article argues the sixth episode funnels the rebellion into Eleanor's political games rather than the people’s needs.
- Critics say the show overcomplicates Robin Hood’s identity with fate and royal schemes instead of a clear outlaw arc.
- The review emphasizes a traditional, episodic heist dynamic as more faithful to the legend than the series delivers.
- Character development is blamed for sidelining Robin Hood’s core mission in favor of romance and court intrigue.
- The critic notes the depiction of Robin Hood as a teenager undermines the hero’s iconic certainty and fortitude.
- Queen Eleanor is portrayed as the driving force behind Robin Hood’s compromised rebellion.
- The piece asserts the show would have worked better with a clear, radical Robin Hood who challenges oppression.
- Overall verdict: the series misses the mark on adapting a timeless outlaw for modern audiences.
- The review notes the show leans into palace intrigue at the expense of Robin Hood’s authentic legend.
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