An embellished, yet artful depiction of history

Rating: 8/10 (21 March 2007)

After having read some pretty ignorant comments I felt obliged to clarify some important points;
First of all, the persian empire of 500 BC has absolutely NOTHING to do with Iran or iranian people. Presuming that it does, one can also say that grand part of the world is Roman, that's how far the Roman Empire stretched out. Ludicrous assumption isn't it?
Second of all, I would advice people to go to school, read a book and take some history lessons. Frank Miller's 300 and its soliloquies are absolutely based on historical facts. Remember, it's a film and not a documentary, therefore it's natural that the characters, fight-scenes and storyline are embellished.
Third of all, propaganda for racism? Propaganda against Muslims? Dear people, persians weren't Islamic till the Arab invasion which was in the year 650, more than 1000 years after the Greco-persian war. Racism? There's is nothing racist about the film, if you read the actual story you will be shocked by some of Leonidas' utterances. Furthermore, it's not the film that has such controversial thoughts or messages regarding race and sexuality, but it's HISTORY.
For the people whining about the exultations containing the words 'Sparta' and 'Glory': It's a film about the valorous Spartan 300, what else did you expect!?
About the film:
Everything is extremely well presented; the story line, which is actually true and very close to the known historical facts, the way it is filmed, the cast and the music. Everything is in perfect harmony to give the viewers an incredible, unforgettable and exciting experience.
As for the Spartans, yes they were built well and strong, this to motivate their compatriots to fight at their sides. Some thought they didn't need any armour, for they said to be the seed of Hercules himself. They had heavy and strong armour which required strong backs and shoulders.
The persians outnumbered them, as they were forced by their ruler they didn't fight with their hearts and souls. History tells us that over 60.000 persians died at the hands of the valorous and brave '300' Spartans. xerxes cowardly watching from a distance, stood up from his throne 3 times in disbelief of how these few valorous Spartans slaughtered his numerous enslaved soldiers.
Frank Miller's 300 is an impressive film, which is bound to entertain you from start to end.