Back To Index The 300 Spartans
 Barnes & Noble This opulent historical epic, filmed in 1962 with an international cast, dramatizes the Battle of Thermopylae of 480 B.C., in which several hundred brave Spartan warriors heroically attempted to stave off a Persian invasion. American "beefcake" star Richard Egan portrays the Spartan King Leonidas, who recognizes the futility of the enterprise but nonetheless inspires his men to defend their city-state. Historically speaking, their spirited defense was anything but futile: It bought Greece enough time to raise an army large enough to repel the Persians. Technically, 300 Spartans belongs to the subgenre derisively known as "sword-and-sandal" films, a field left empty until Ridley Scott’s Gladiator revived interest in the form in 2000. Among the earlier sword-and-sandal epics, though, The 300 Spartans stands virtually unchallenged, thanks to elaborate production values, the muscular direction of Rudolph Mate, and spectacular battle sequences. Supporting Egan are Ralph Richardson as Themistocles, the Athenian ruler; Diane Baker as Ellas, the king’s niece; and David Farrar as Xerxes, the Persian king. Some of the dialogue is corny, and a number of the lesser characters are played rather haphazardly, but overall 300 Spartans is a rousing adventure that can still hold its own. Ed Hulse Interested in the song lyrics? - Check out themostlyrics.com! Looking For A DVD? - Check out dvd-a-rama.com! |
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