CHIFF: Robin and the Hoods

Robin and the Hoods

Australian Premiere

‘An entertaining feature film focusing on the importance of a child’s imagination.’ – The Guardian

For the tenacious 11-year-old Robin and her loyal band of friends 'The Hoods', the patch of overgrown scrubland at the end of their cul-de-sac is a magical kingdom. Sticks and bin lids have become swords and shields, drones have become majestic eagles and the hippy lady in the forest (Gwendoline Christie) is a terrifying witch. The only thing limiting their colourful imagination is the prospect of losing their kingdom forever.

When a slippery property developer, Clipboard (Naomie Harris), turns up and dazzles the parents of the area with promises of health spas and day-care facilities, Robin and The Hoods' world comes under threat. Despite the children's best efforts, their protests fall on deaf ears. When their parents can't see the wood for the trees, Robin and her friends take matters into their own hands to defend their kingdom.

Festival Appearances/Awards
SCHLiNGEL International Film Festival 2024
Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival 2024

Parental guidance: Drug references, some scenes may be too intense for sensitive viewers

Rating

All Ages

Duration

96 min

Country

United Kingdom, Switzerland

Language

English

Director

Phil Hawkins

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