However, because this film is based on the graphic novel rather than history, the inaccuracies can be forgiven and people should remember this before going into the film and being disappointed in screenwriters Zack Snyder (who was the director of 300) and Kurt Johnstad for their lack of research. The title of the film is also a spot of confusion in itself because it does not clarify which empire is on the rise and the empires in the film had already risen before the film begins. For example, Themistocles and Xerxes were never at the battle in which Darius was killed, so Themistocles was obviously not Darius’ killer. The film is based more on Frank Miller’s graphic novel than history itself so there are a number of historical inaccuracies through the film. Athens calls upon their rivals Sparta to take on Persia’s army as it is the only way they can match the numbers in their navy.ģ00: Rise of an Empire is in itself both a prequel and sequel to 300 as it starts before 300 Spartans go into battle and continues through the aftermath of their infamous battle.

Persia sets their sights first on Athens and its army led by Themistocles (Sullivan Stapleton) in Xerxes plan for domination. While Xerxes believes that he is in charge, he is under the manipulation of Athens born, but Persian raised and navy commander, Artemisia (Eva Green). 300: Rise of an Empire is far more about the battles scenes and infamous blood thirst than the story and this what has to be remembered going into the film.īased on the graphic novel, “Xerxes” by Frank Miller, we see Persian royalty, Xerxes (Rodrigo Santoro) go from being man to God upon the death of his father King Darius (Igal Naor). Even though it is not historically accurate, the large majority of people will go to see this film for the incredible CGI that doesn’t disappoint rather than for a history lesson. It sits somewhere in between prequel and sequel and provides an interesting look at the legendary figures of ancient Greece and Persia. Producer: Gianni Nunnari, Mark Canton, Zack Snyder, Deborah Snyder and Bernie Goldmannģ00: Rise of an Empire is a perfect follow up to 2006’s 300. Starring: Sullivan Stapleton, Eva Green, Lena Headey, Rodrigo Santoro Written by Zack Snyder and Kurt Johnstad (screenplay), based on graphic novel “Xerxes” by Frank Miller Roadshow Pictures presents a film by Noam Murro Reviewed by Nicki Newton-Plater on March 30th, 2014 By Nicki Newton-Plater 300: Rise of an Empire – Film Review

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