Review of Robin Hood: Men in Tights (1993) by Garrett ! — 29 Sep 2009

Simplistic and stupid, Mel Brooks' spoof of all things swashbuckling in nature is basic but hilarious fare.

This review of Robin Hood: Men in Tights (1993) was written by Garrett ! on 29 Sep 2009.

Robin Hood: Men in Tights has generally received positive reviews.

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By Rachel B (871) on 06 Mar 2015

Those critics were crazy. This movie is so much fun. Absolutely delightful. I've watched it dozens of times and don't plan to stop any time soon…

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