Sparta battles Persia in ripping graphic epic `300'.(ENTERTAINMENT)(Movie review)

From: Telegram & Gazette (Worcester, MA) | Date: March 9, 2007 | Copyright information

Byline: Daniel M. Kimmel

COLUMN: Movie Review

Frank Miller has retained a modicum of control over how his graphic novels (don't call them "comic books") are brought to the screen, whether by holding out for the best offer and participating in the production. "Sin City" (2005) was a visually stunning piece of pulp fiction. Now comes "300" which creates a completely different visual style in telling the story of the Battle of Thermopylae.

Those not up on ancient military history needn't worry. The film quickly brings us up to speed. It's the age of the Persian Empire, ...

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