End of the 12th century. Richard the Lionheart did not return from the Crusade. In the absence of the king, “good old England” turns into hell - feudal lords, emboldened by impunity, rob and tear the country apart, the common people grumble under the yoke of double taxes, gangs of robbers rule in the forests and on the roads, and the name of Robin Hood, who is reputed to be “noble,” thunders everywhere. robber" and defender of the oppressed. But what is the benefit to the people from their “exploits”, which are shaking the already weak government and plunging the country into bloody turmoil? Will it be easier for commoners if all of England turns into a desert scorched by riots? Who is able to curb the bandit freemen and save the kingdom from destruction? Only one person - the noble Sir Edwin, Sheriff of Nottingham... An unexpected look at the fate and deeds of the legendary robber! A shocking reimagining of a classic story! This is exactly how Ridley Scott (director of Gladiator and Kingdom of Heaven) planned to film his blockbuster Robin Hood, the premiere of which became the main film event of the year!