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Robin Hood

Name: Robin Hood
Director: Geoff Collins, Warwick Gilbert
Released: 1985
Duration: 52 min

Representation Score

2.9/10

Limited

1985

Director

Geoff Collins, Warwick Gilbert

Runtime

52 minutes

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This 1985 animation follows a traditional folk-legend structure, focusing on the conflict between a predatory authority and a populist resistance. While it lacks diverse identity representation, it offers thematic depth regarding systemic corruption and wealth redistribution. The film's strength lies in its subversion of state authority and the meaningful role given to its female lead. However, the character dynamics remain rooted in traditional clichés and homogeneous social structures typical of mid-80s family animation.

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Category Breakdown

Does Robin Hood have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The story focuses on the romantic relationship between Robin Hood and Maid Marion, which follows traditional heterosexual norms without exploring diverse gender identities.

How does Robin Hood portray gender?

Fair

Maid Marion plays a key role as a spy within the castle, driving the plot forward. However, the primary leadership and physical action remain centered around the male protagonist.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Robin Hood?

Limited

The film depicts a historically homogeneous English setting, with characters fitting the traditional Anglo-Saxon social structure of the legend.

How does Robin Hood represent religion and culture?

Good

The narrative criticizes centralized institutional power, showing the Sheriff's taxation as greedy. It highlights the struggle of underrepresented groups against oppressive systems, promoting social equity.

Does Robin Hood include disability representation?

Minimal

No visible or invisible disabilities are depicted or used as plot devices in this production.

Present on Screen

Maid Marion actively spies, providing her with significant influence within the plot.
The narrative addresses themes of social equity and the critique of corrupt, centralized power structures.

Limited or Absent

The character dynamics adhere to traditional romantic clichés.
The cast lacks racial and ethnic diversity, sticking to a homogeneous historical setting.
Primary leadership and action are heavily centered on the male protagonist.

Official Synopsis

With good King Richard away at war, the greedy Sheriff has forced the residents of Nottingham to pay all their money to him. But Robin Hood, with the help of his friend Maid Marion, a spy in the Sheriff's castle, is out to thwart the evil Sheriff and return the Kind to his rightful throne.

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