An American historical war film about the Battle Of Thermopylae in 480 B.C. in which the Spartans defend themselves against Persian invaders led by evil King Xerxes. This is a spectacular film with an emphasis on a theme about defending one's rights against all odds, leaving the historical accuracy for historians to debate.
The battlefield scenes are captivating in their depictions of bravery during the terror and action of close combat. It is a rather stiffly acted drama, and an unevenly paced play between romantic scenes and warfare, but it is a credible production. The Spartans are led by a muscular Richard Egan as Spartan King, Leonidas with good support from a good English theatrical cast: Ralph Richardson as Themistocles of Athens state, and David Farrar as dastardly foe, King Xerxes of Persia.
Review of The 300 Spartans
