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Russell Crowe’s Brave Act: Acting with Two Broken Legs on the Set of ‘Robin Hood’

Renowned actor Russell Crowe has recently unveiled a remarkable incident that took place while filming the 2010 movie ‘Robin Hood.’

The seasoned performer divulged that he had unknowingly sustained two broken legs during the production of the film.

In a candid revelation during an interview promoting his latest project, ‘Land of Bad,’ Crowe shared the distressing account of the mishap.

Recalling the event, he mentioned, “I leaped off a castle portcullis onto unforgiving, rocky terrain.”

He further explained to People magazine, “We should have prepared the ground and laid down a cushion, but due to time constraints and fading daylight, we hurried to capture the scene.”

Amidst the chaotic atmosphere with numerous extras present, arrows flying overhead, and burn pots igniting the castle, Crowe found himself committed to the stunt.

As he descended, he braced for impact, anticipating the forthcoming agony.

Upon landing on the uneven surface, he described feeling a jolt akin to an electric shock coursing through his body.

Despite the excruciating sensation, Crowe persevered through the demanding shoot of the grand film.

He disclosed, “The following weeks posed significant challenges; even walking became an arduous task.”

Remarkably, he chose not to disclose his injury to the production team and continued to fulfill his work obligations without taking any time off to recuperate.

Surprisingly, a decade later, Crowe encountered unexplained discomfort in his lower limbs, prompting him to seek medical advice.

Subsequent X-rays brought to light remnants of fractures in both of his shin bones, leading to the startling realization that he had endured the rigors of ‘Robin Hood’ with two fractured legs.

Reflecting on this strenuous episode, Crowe expressed admiration for his body’s resilience, emphasizing that the injuries had healed over time without the aid of casts or pain-relief medication.

Following the conclusion of ‘Robin Hood,’ Crowe temporarily withdrew from acting, only to return revitalized for his role in ‘Man of Steel’ in 2013, where he noticed the injuries had miraculously resolved themselves.

In hindsight, Crowe acknowledged a sense of unease post-‘Robin Hood,’ though his dedication to subsequent projects, notably the physically demanding part in ‘Man of Steel,’ obscured the severity of his condition until it surfaced years later.

His unwavering commitment to his craft shines through this extraordinary tale of endurance and determination in the face of adversity.