300

Based on Frank Miller's graphic novel, "300" concerns the 480 B.C. Battle of Thermopylae, where the King of Sparta led his army against the advancing Persians; the battle is said to have inspired all of Greece to band together against the Persians, and helped usher in the world's first democracy.

Awesome.

If you want me to drag this into the comic book movie forum right now, I will.

I just thought you fella's would be more interested. I will move eventually, though.

Na dont drag it in there.It wont be seen by the movie goers in general.when does this movie come out?

That sounds nice, I haven't read that GN, but I always was fascinated witht he Battle.

This sounds interesting.. IMDb site

the trailer is on there to.. I think it is the 'making of'

I've read the graphic novel, and although I enjoyed it, I really didn't see it as movie material. It simply wasn't long enough and didn't really focus around a character. I mean, if focused on Leonidas, but there was no character development or anything like that. Unless they add a whole bunch of content that wasn't in the graphic novel, I'm not so sure this movie will be that great. Visually, I think it will be stunning, but overall, I don't think it'll be that good. The novel Gates of Fire, by Steven Pressfield would make a MUCH better film.

Frank Miller? :: Perks up. :: You've officially piqued my interest.

"Gates of Fire" 4 Life! 😛

this is an incredible event in history. I havnt read the novel but ive studied ancient greek history and really thought this event was one of the most badass things ever. Not to mention the "heroes" or "goodguys" whatever you wanna call them will all die unless they ruin the story which isnt that common.

Originally posted by forumcrew
this is an incredible event in history. I havnt read the novel but ive studied ancient greek history and really thought this event was one of the most badass things ever. Not to mention the "heroes" or "goodguys" whatever you wanna call them will all die unless they ruin the story which isnt that common.

sorry i assumed a movie about a real event has already been spoiled, especially when people have also already read the graphic novel. The fact is its 300 men verse thousands of men, theres no way youd expect them to live, and them dying isnt what was important.

Originally posted by forumcrew
sorry i assumed a movie about a real event has already been spoiled, especially when people have also already read the graphic novel. The fact is its 300 men verse thousands of men, theres no way youd expect them to live, and them dying isnt what was important.

Yeah, I know...I was kidding...you know, like saying that the Titanic is going to sink or something.....

[Edit] wrong thread.

What did you think of the characters in this novel? More so talking about their personalities

First of all, it's not a novel. A graphic novel, yes, but that is a lot different than an actual novel.

As for your question, they only really focused on Leonidas (King of the Spartans), so I don't see how they can make a good film when only focused on one character like that... that they didn't even focus on that much in the first place.

Go read my last post for why I'm so skeptical about this film.

well you know they could base it on historical events anyone seen the footage from comicon?

Originally posted by forumcrew
well you know they could base it on historical events anyone seen the footage from comicon?

it was just amazing. it looked beautiful but it was epic and intense and just amazing... I can't even explain. it was a full trailer with lots of clips and content so there's no way I can "say what they showed." But since I saw it I've been bringing it up to as many places as I can emphasizing at just how incredible the trailer was.

This movie will seriously kick some major ass... You all watch out - could be one of the big ones of 2007. 😄

it maybe, ghost rider? dont think so. I really hope this footage hits the net.

I'm assuming you guys have already seen the promo trailer...well in case you haven't here it is...enjoy

http://www.gerardbutler.net/300/300_promo_trailer.htm

I'm not a big fan of Miller's work and I didn't care for Sin City but I too recall the impressive tale of the battle of Thermopylae and enjoyed it quite a bit.

If you're looking for something that's historically accurate then look elsewhere. This is obviously based on fiction, which is evident from the battle scenes. Seems like it might be a more beefed up and CGIed up version of 1962. It does look very 😎 tho and it might work if you're looking for something that's Sin City like.

Oh btw, in the opening scene Leonidas doesn't actually say ''Spartans tonight we dine in Hell" what he actually said was "Feast today, for tonight we shall dine in Hades"...meh whatever

Originally posted by Neo_Version 7
"Gates of Fire" 4 Life! 😛

This IS based on ACTUAl events..its called HISTORY!

Originally posted by Omegaman
This IS based on ACTUAl events..its called HISTORY!

This is loosely based on actual events.

The movie is based off of the Frank Miller graphic novel, so it's not really "history." It is most definitely more fiction and it won't be that historically accurate.