Russell Crowe, the renowned actor who portrayed the iconic character Robin Hood, recently shared a shocking revelation about his time on the set of the movie. In a candid interview with People, Crowe disclosed that he had suffered a significant injury almost 15 years ago while filming the action-adventure film.
Key Takeaway
Russell Crowe revealed that he fractured both his legs while filming ‘Robin Hood’ almost 15 years ago. Despite the injury, he continued to film the movie, showing remarkable dedication to his role.
The Incident
During the interview, Crowe recounted a stunt he was performing, which involved jumping off a castle gate onto uneven ground. He described how the late hour and rushed preparation for the stunt led to a crucial oversight – the decision not to bury a crash pad for him to land on. As a result, when Crowe landed, he experienced a sensation akin to an electric shock coursing through his body.
Pushing Through the Pain
Despite the injury, Crowe persevered and continued to film the epic battle sequence, even though he was struggling to walk over the final month of shooting. He remarkably did not take a single day off, demonstrating his dedication to the production.
Long-Term Effects
It wasn’t until a decade later that Crowe sought medical attention for persistent leg pain. Upon examination, the doctor discovered residual damage in his shin bones, indicating that he had indeed fractured both legs during the filming of ‘Robin Hood’.
Recovery and Resilience
Crowe attributed the natural healing of his legs to a year-long break he took after completing ‘Robin Hood’ and before training for ‘Man of Steel’. This period allowed his legs to heal to a certain extent, enabling him to overlook the pain and continue with his demanding career.
Russell Crowe’s new movie, “Land of Bad,” was released recently, and fans are undoubtedly in awe of his resilience and dedication to his craft.
