This nihilistic streak makes the film less comfortable but more interesting. It suggests that the "freedom" Greece defends is not pure; it is born from cunning and ruthlessness.
300: Rise of an Empire was not a critical darling (rotten score on Rotten Tomatoes), but it was a commercial success, grossing over $337 million on a $110 million budget. 300- Rise Of An Empire
: The film's climax features a massive Spartan navy arriving just in time, whereas history shows the Greeks won at Salamis through a coordinated effort where Athens provided the bulk of the ships. Critical Reception This nihilistic streak makes the film less comfortable
The film’s central question is audacious: What if the real hero of the Greco-Persian Wars wasn’t a Spartan king, but an Athenian general? And what if the most formidable warrior on the seas was a woman scorned by the Persian Empire? : The film's climax features a massive Spartan