ROBINS HOOD
A modern day re-imagined Robin Hood set in cities around the world, through the eyes of women dedicated to mutual aid and helping their communities.
About the Series
Robins Hood reimagines the legendary tale through a contemporary lens, following extraordinary women who embody the spirit of Robin Hood in cities across the globe. Each episode explores how modern-day heroes navigate complex urban landscapes to support their communities through mutual aid, grassroots organizing, and innovative solutions to systemic inequalities.
From community gardens in Detroit to housing advocacy in São Paulo, from food justice in Oakland to digital equity in Mumbai, these are the stories of women who steal from systems of oppression to give back to their people. This series celebrates the power of collective action and the timeless relevance of standing up for justice in our interconnected world.
Each Robin Hood in our series represents a different approach to community organizing - from the tech-savvy digital organizer creating apps for food distribution, to the artist using murals to inspire social change, to the lawyer providing pro bono services for housing rights. Together, they form a network of modern-day heroes working to transform their cities from the ground up.
Core Themes
Mutual Aid Networks
Exploring how communities self-organize to meet basic needs and support each other through crisis and celebration.
Urban Justice
Examining how systemic inequalities manifest in city spaces and how grassroots movements work to create change.
Digital Equity
Addressing the digital divide and how technology can be leveraged for community empowerment and access.
Global Solidarity
Connecting local struggles with global movements for justice and the power of international community support.
Creative Resistance
Using art, storytelling, and cultural expression as tools for social change and community building.
Economic Justice
Challenging wealth inequality through cooperative economics, community land trusts, and alternative financial systems.
Meet the Characters
The Robins
Meet the modern-day Robin Hoods - women leaders who have dedicated their lives to fighting for their communities. From Amara in Detroit, who transforms vacant lots into thriving community gardens, to Lucia in São Paulo, who organizes tenants' rights and affordable housing initiatives. Each Robin brings unique skills, perspectives, and approaches to addressing systemic inequalities in their cities.
Community Building
The heart of Robins Hood lies in the relationships and networks that form between community members. Through shared struggles and collective action, these women build lasting bonds that transcend traditional organizing. The series explores how trust is built, how conflicts are resolved, and how communities create their own systems of support and accountability.
The MerryMen
The MerryMen represent the diverse coalition of community allies, activists, and supporters who work alongside each Robin. They include tech volunteers who build apps for food distribution, artists who create murals that inspire social change, lawyers who provide pro bono services, and neighbors who show up for direct action. This network demonstrates how sustainable change requires collective effort and mutual support.
Digital Revolution
Technology becomes a powerful tool for organizing and resistance in the hands of these modern Robin Hoods. From encrypted messaging systems that protect activist communications to crowd-sourced apps that track police misconduct, digital tools amplify community power. The series explores both the potential and the pitfalls of technology in social justice work.
Urban Landscapes
The cities themselves become characters in our stories - from the abandoned lots of Detroit being transformed into community gardens, to the favelas of São Paulo where housing cooperatives challenge gentrification. Each urban environment presents unique challenges and opportunities for organizing, and the series captures how place shapes resistance and community building.
Leadership and Vision
These modern Robin Hoods redefine leadership through collective decision-making, shared power, and community accountability. They demonstrate how effective organizing requires both bold vision and careful attention to the needs and voices of those most affected by injustice. The series explores different models of leadership and how power can be shared rather than hoarded.
Creative Resistance
Art, music, and storytelling become weapons of change in the hands of our Robin Hoods. From murals that reclaim public space to protest songs that unite communities, creative expression serves as both a tool for resistance and a way to envision new possibilities. The series celebrates how culture shapes politics and how imagination fuels transformation.
Production Details
Format
Limited series with 6 episodes, each 45 minutes, exploring different cities and organizing approaches.
Approach
Blend of documentary storytelling with narrative elements, featuring real organizers and their communities.
Locations
Detroit, São Paulo, Oakland, Mumbai, Belfast, and Barcelona - each representing different aspects of urban organizing.
Impact
Community screenings, organizing toolkits, and partnerships with mutual aid networks to extend the series' reach.
Premiering September 2025
Robins Hood debuts on Fairground TV, bringing these powerful stories of community resilience and mutual aid to audiences worldwide. Visit the Fairground Studio showcase to watch and learn more.