Hugh Jackmanwho starred in ‘The Death of Robin Hood,’ opened up about the struggles of the fight sequences while shooting the film. Starring in the film that revolves around the mythic folk hero who fights in the past, the 57-year-old has a scary scene in the mud between difficult battles. The actor joked, saying that he continues to get out of the mud in places even after a year of shooting. Here’s a closer look at Hugh Jackman’s confession in a difficult scene opposite his co-star Elijah Ungvary.
Hugh Jackman recalls the intense scene of the mud battle
Hugh Jackman revealed that a battle scene in ‘The Death of Robin Hood’ helped him get to know his co-star Elijah Ungvary “so well,” during an interview with People Magazine. “If you had seen another film, we would have looked like lovers,” Jackman joked, before adding, “And Michael said, ‘I love it.’ There’s a strange intimacy to hand-to-hand combat and its brutality.”Detailing the plot point where the duo had to bond, Jackman said the battle sequence was “the hardest thing I’ve ever done.” At one particular time, the actor received a heavy blow and landed on his opponent’s chest. The complex scene was filmed at night with heavy mud, prompting Jackman to comment, “I’m still getting mud out of places, a year later.”
About ‘The Death of Robin Hood’
Directed by: Michael Sarnoskithe movie revolves around the legendary outlaw Robin Hood who has a mysterious past. After finding himself in the middle of a war, he was given a chance at salvation. Starring Hugh Jackman in a rugged look, other cast members include: Jodie Comer and Bill Skarsgård. “The Death of Robin Hood” will hit theaters on July 3, 2026.