Last Stand of the 300

A scholarly yet visceral docudrama that mixes dramatic reenactments with expert analysis to convey the grit and strategy of an ancient last stand.

Directed by

David Padrusch

Genres

Documentary, History, War

Starring

Jeffery A. Baker, Brian Danner, Orion Barnes

Tagline

The Legendary Battle at Thermopylae

Overview

This is the true and astounding saga of the Spartans at Thermopylae. It is among the greatest tales of war ever recounted. All the glory and grit of these warriors' last stand is captured in this exceptional documentary. It is almost impossible to understand how 300 Spartans managed to hold off the million-man Persian army for even a moment, much less seven days. To a man they paid with their lives but their stunning Last Stand assured that their sacrifice would resonate throughout history. Transporting dramatizations and incisive graphics put you in the heat of the battle and show the lay of the land. The complications and strategies of the conflict are revealed through careful analysis, and critical moments are reconstructed to show exactly what happened. Discover what the Spartans were fighting for, what made them capable of such heroics and what drove them to such sacrifice.

How it feels

Earnest, tense and dark. Measured and needs your attention.

About

War, survival, power, fate

Content

Mild violence. No gore, sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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