When looking at the title of this WB cartoon, one might expect a parody or a jab at the Robin Hood myth, or given that it's an early Jones, a straight Disney-esque adaptation. This title is none of the above, but rather an original slice of life story of three young squirrels reenacting the story only to encounter their own villain.
As cartoon buffs know, Jones' early directorial efforts were very Disney-esque and contrary to the brash and zany direction his colleagues were headed. These entries were criticized by his colleagues and in later years by some fans. Yet, with Bob McKimson as one of his principle animators, these cartoons have some very solid looking animation and realistic movement.
As a slice of life type cartoon, this one works, but it would have been done better at Disney's, Especially since it's not an adaptation of the Robin Hood story (some 30 years before the Disney studio did their own adaptation). This would have made an excellent story for a Silly Symphony.
Another thing that's needed is a full restoration (hopefully original titles still exist). Most prints, except the Golden Age of Looney Tunes laserdisc, are badly faded, and don't do the lushness of the film any justice. It's Public Domain status hasn't helped that matter, but it's been readily available for viewing.
As cartoon buffs know, Jones' early directorial efforts were very Disney-esque and contrary to the brash and zany direction his colleagues were headed. These entries were criticized by his colleagues and in later years by some fans. Yet, with Bob McKimson as one of his principle animators, these cartoons have some very solid looking animation and realistic movement.
As a slice of life type cartoon, this one works, but it would have been done better at Disney's, Especially since it's not an adaptation of the Robin Hood story (some 30 years before the Disney studio did their own adaptation). This would have made an excellent story for a Silly Symphony.
Another thing that's needed is a full restoration (hopefully original titles still exist). Most prints, except the Golden Age of Looney Tunes laserdisc, are badly faded, and don't do the lushness of the film any justice. It's Public Domain status hasn't helped that matter, but it's been readily available for viewing.