300 2007
“Prepare for glory!”
What is 300?
The film "300" is a historical action movie based on a pivotal event in ancient Greek history. The movie is a loose adaptation of the 480 B.C.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2007
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 117 minutes
- Release date
- Mar 7, 2007
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Virtual Studios, Legendary Pictures, Hollywood Gang Productions
- Budget
- $65,000,000
- Revenue
- $456,082,343
- Genres
- Action, Adventure, War
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Overview
The film "300" is a historical action movie based on a pivotal event in ancient Greek history. The movie is a loose adaptation of the 480 B.C. Battle of Thermopylae, a significant conflict between the Greeks and the Persians. The story centers around the King of Sparta, who led his army against the advancing Persians. The film's narrative is fictionalized, but it draws inspiration from the real-life events that took place during this period. The movie's plot and characters are not direct representations of historical facts, but rather a creative interpretation of the events that occurred. The film's title, "300," refers to the number of soldiers who fought alongside the King of Sparta, although the actual number of soldiers involved in the Battle of Thermopylae is not specified in the synopsis. The movie's depiction of the battle and its outcome is a dramatized account of the events that transpired.
Should you watch it?
“A Spartan king leads his army against an advancing Persian force in this historical battle epic.”
- striking visual aesthetic
- intense action sequences
- loosely based on history
- highly stylized violence
Watch it if you enjoy stylized historical action films based on ancient warfare.
The film contains intense battle violence and stylized imagery throughout.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the film historically accurate?
The film is described as being very loosely based on the 480 B.C. Battle of Thermopylae.
Who is the main character?
The story follows the King of Sparta.
What is the setting of the film?
The film is set during the 480 B.C. Battle of Thermopylae.
What is the conflict?
The conflict centers on the Spartan army defending against an advancing Persian force.
What genre is this film?
It is a historical action film.