An impressively accessible narrative depicting the three-day battle for the pass at Thermopylae (the Hot Gates)--a critical contest in Xerxes's massive invasion of Greece. The bloody stand made there by Leonidas and his small Spartan army in 480 B.C. has been hailed ever since as an outstanding example of patriotism, courage, and sacrifice.
The performance of the defenders at the battle of Thermopylae is often used as an example of the advantages of training, equipment and good use of terrain to maximise an army's potential, as well as a symbol of courage against overwhelming odds. The heroic sacrifice of the Spartans and the Thespians has captured the minds of many throughout the ages and has given birth to many cultural references as a result.
Exactly what I thought of when i first saw the trailer. Looks good.Dreg said:it reminds me of the story that Deja told the junior spartans, and how they defeated thousands of persian warriors in the first book
You might think differently after you've seen this movie.the MC is the best spartan ever even though he only exists it the hearts of his fans and in the halo books and games. . . . wait same with all the other heroes from that time but they were only in books so look like the MC wins