Directed by:
Mel BrooksCinematography:
Michael D. O'SheaComposer:
Hummie MannCast:
Cary Elwes, Richard Lewis, Roger Rees, Amy Yasbeck, Mark Blankfield, Dave Chappelle, Isaac Hayes, Megan Cavanagh, Eric Allan Kramer, Matthew Porretta (more)VOD (1)
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Crusading nobleman Robin of Loxley (Cary Elwes) escapes from prison in Jerusalem and returns home to find that the evil Prince John (Richard Lewis) has confiscated his family estate and is abusing the citizenry. Robin enlists his blind attendant, Blinkin (Mark Blankfield), his friend Will Scarlett O’Hara (Matthew Porretta), and Little John (Eric Allan Kramer) to help regain his home. Robin also hopes to woo the beautiful Maid Marian (Amy Yasbeck), but her chastity belt may prove a challenge. (Umbrella Entertainment)
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A couple of great and unforgettable gags most of the time hidden under a comedy average which unfortunately precariously too often slides to the very brink of embarrassing lameness. Overall the weaker moments are saved by the completely disarming “man in tights" Cary Elwes who, for the first time since The Princess Bride, affirms his talent for comedy. But what I expect from Brooks is a bit more than just a trivial parody.
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A classic example of a crazy parody where unique moments alternate with slightly weaker ones. But because there are hardly any lame jokes, because Mel Brooks plays another one of his unforgettable characters, and because It made me laugh endlessly while parodying The Godfather, the film gets a well-deserved 4*.
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