See it for what it IS.

Rating: 8/10 (20 March 2007)

I was reading some comments on this movie, and I was not surprised to see all the Iranians and Muslims in general being upset. Venting their frustrations over a movie based on a comic book, is not surprising. This movie was not made as a documentary for the History channel, or as reference for history students. It was a movie, based on a graphic novel, from one of todays best. The acting, and the dialog could have been better, but overall, as a visual experience, it was pretty good. As far as the historical fact are concerned that some people are talking about, and crying like little children, let me say this. Though this movie doesn't portray the events accurately, the Persian empire WAS an empire constantly looking to expand AND take over other countries. This is how they became so big. They ALWAYS had their eyes on the Mediterranean coast because it was the "Prime Realestate" of the time. I mean they lived in deserts. The Mediterranean was like paradise for them. One problem though. They never made it through. They tried many times, but their efforts always came to a bloody end, the moment they reached Greece. The movie (though loosely) is based on only one of those battles. Their navy got obliterated in many occasions, as did their armies. This is a Movie. As such, and as the countless movies made based on battles, you will see exaggerations. Personally, I would have preferred the movie to be longer, allowing for some better character development, maybe even a bit darker without the "tacky" humorous one liners. And for all you people thinking it should portray your culture in a better way, let me say this. YOU should make your culture look better. Not a movie.
Thank you for your time..