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The best Christian Christmas movies remind viewers just why celebrating the holiday is so important - and not just because of the Biblical event that led to the holiday in the first place. While there’s no shortage of Christmas movies out there, those that devote themselves to keeping themes like love, family, gratitude, and togetherness at their core feel few and far between by the 2020s.

This is what makes Christian Christmas movies so important. What’s more, the best Christian films to watch at Christmas aren’t limited to retellings of the birth of Jesus, either. There are many movies with all sorts of settings and characters that have an important faith-based message about the holiday, and viewers seeking a solid seasonal holiday film with Christian themes have no shortage of variety to choose from.

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As House of the Dragon Season 2 comes to an end on August 4, Max subscribers will be wondering about what’s next. The Warner Bros. Discovery streaming service has a lot to offer in the upcoming month including as many classic and new content comes out on the service. Just like every month there is a lot of content on the way and just like every month, we have sorted out the best movies and TV shows you should invest your time in. So, here are the 7 best movies and TV shows coming to Max in August 2024.

Beetlejuice (August 1)

Beetlejuice is a fantasy comedy horror movie directed by Tim Burton from a screenplay co-written by Michael McDowell and Warren Skaaren. The 1988 film follows the story of a ghost married couple Barbara and Adam, who lead a peaceful life but when their house gets sold to new people, they call on the...

Quick Links What Is 300: Rise of an Empire About? The Truth of the Battles Was It All for Nothing? 300: Rise of an Empire explores more history, focusing on Greek-Persian naval battles The film blends real characters and battles with fictionalized elements to create an epic Naval forces, depicted as mighty triremes, played a significant role in the conflicts depicted

When 300 was released in 2006, it was a crazy, bloody, muscled joyride that was endlessly quotable ("This is Sparta!") and had that Zack Snyder signature style that we've come to recognize. It took seven years for a sequel, and by that time, Snyder was out, and a new director was in, but that didn't mean it was going to be any less bold.

300: Rise of an Empire attempted to keep up the pace of the original while tackling quite a bit more history than its predecessor. 300 had less to deal with,...

Quick Links 300: Rise of an Empire Is a Fictional Take on History 300: Rise of an Empire Rounds Out the Story of 300 300: Rise of an Empire Is Much Bloodier Than 300 Eva Green Offers a Great Performance in 300: Rise of an Empire 300: Rise of an Empire continues the epic battles of the Persian Wars in true Zack Snyder fashion. The sequel rounds out the story of 300 by introducing new characters and bridging the gap with its predecessor. Eva Green's performance as Artemisia shines in the bloodier and more stylized sequel, which is worth watching on Netflix.

Zack Snyder is well known for a very particular style of filmmaking, and 300 is a perfect example of the kind of movies the director makes all too well. Based on the graphic novel of the same name by Frank Miller and Lynn Varley, the 2007 film was...

A 300 TV series now in the works, with Zack Snyder possibly returning to helm the project. Plot details unknown, but is expected to be a prequel. Snyder also working on R-rated cuts of Rebel Moon saga for Netflix, with title changes for the upcoming movies.

A TV series set in the world of Zack Snyders 300 is now in the works, with the project looking to bring the divisive filmmaker back for more swords-and-sandals action in what will reportedly be a prequel to the 2006 outing. According to Variety, deals are still being negotiated, with Warner Bros. TV looking to bring Snyder back to helm the project alongside his long-time producing partner (and wife) Deborah Snyder, who executive produced 300. The small screen endeavor will fall under the Snyders Stone Quarry production banner, with the studio also looking to bring back several other names from the 300 production team, including Gianni Nunnari,...

300: Rise of An Empire features returning characters and introduces new ones, continuing the battles between Athens, Sparta, and Persia. The sequel explores the aftermath of King Leonidas' death, with Themistokles taking on the role of the lead warrior against Xerxes and Artemisia. The highly stylized 300 movies, criticized for historical inaccuracy, provide an action-packed and dramatic experience for viewers.

300: Rise of An Empire sees a number of characters and cast members carry over from the first film. Loosely based on historical truths, both 300 and its sequel 300: Rise of an Empire tell the story of the battles between Athens, Sparta, and Persia. Though known for their highly stylized elements, the ultra-quotable 300 movies are widely criticized for their lack of historical accuracy despite finding its drama in being a sweeping period piece.

300, which was released in 2006, focuses on action movie star Gerard Butlers King Leonidas and his quest to...

In 2006, you could scarcely go a day without someone shouting, “This is Sparta!” in your face. The iconic line by Gerard Butler’s King Leonidas in Zack Snyder’s 300 became a battle cry for anyone looking to punt an irritant off a cliff. Out of sight. Out of mind. According to sources, a 300 TV series is developing at Warner Bros. TV. It’s early days for what Deadline says could be a prequel to the 2006 film, and fans are already theorizing about the plot, which is unknown. While deals are not in place, we hear Zack and Deborah Snyder could reunite with Gianni Nunnari, Mark Canton, Bernie Goldmann, and Wesley Coller of Stone Quarry for the newly announced project.

Zack Snyder directed and co-wrote 300 with Kurt Johnstad and Michael B. Gordon. That’s Gordon, not Jordan. Based on the 1998 comic book series by Frank Miller and Lynn Varley,...

Clarke Peters stars alongside Jessica Raine and Hans Matheson in the ITV network's (UK) new eight-part series, "Jericho." Set in the Yorkshire Dales in the 1870s, the drama from production company, ITV Studios, will focus upon the shantytown of Jericho, home to a community that will live, thrive and die in the shadow of the viaduct they’ve been brought together to build - a community of pioneers, settlers and outcasts, people with secrets to hide and those looking to start again. Peters plays Ralph Coates, described as a self-styled railway agent whose finest skill is reading other people and seeing beneath their façade. The truth is, he has a past...

Jessica Raine and Clarke Peters have signed on to star in ITV series Jericho.

The eight-part drama, also featuring Hans Matheson, comes from Sherlock and Doctor Who writer Steve Thompson.

Set in the Yorkshire Dales in the 1870s, Jericho follows a community of pioneers, settlers and outcasts, many of whom have secrets to hide.

Raine plays Annie Quaintain, a woman who is left shattered and penniless by her husband's death. Turfed out of her home and shunned by her former friends, she leaves for Jericho with her two teenage children in a bid to rebuild their lives.

Peters is starring as railway agent Ralph Coates, who has a past that keeps him looking over his shoulder.

Ralph offers Annie a helping hand, leading Annie to open a boarding house for the navvy labourers in Jericho.

Mark Addy, Lorraine Ashbourne and Amy James-Kelly will also appear in the programme, which will...

ITV has set a handful of new commisions including period series Jericho; Peter Pan update Peter & Wendy; and, for its ITVBe channel, dating format When Do You Get Off?. The eight-part Jericho will star Call The Midwife and Wolf Hall‘s Jessica Raine, Clarke Peters of The Wire, and The Tudors‘ Hans Matheson. Set in the 1870s, the ITV Studios drama will focus on the shantytown of Jericho, home to a community that will live, thrive and die in the shadow of the viaduct they've…...

When progressive young minister David Richmond (Hans Matheson) arrives in the picture-postcard 19th century English village of Gladbury he finds himself fighting against the old ways. Their champion is the village candlemaker who - legend has it - is visited every 25 years by an angel who grants a miracle. However, David finds himself with an unlikely ally in the sceptical Emily Barstow (Samantha Barks).

Stars: Sullivan Stapleton, Eva Green, Rodrigo Santoro, Lena Headey, Hans Matheson, Callan Mulvey, David Wenham, Jack O’Connell | Written by Zack Snyder, Kurt Johnstad | Directed by Noam Murro

I don’t want to spoil 300, but I think it’s fair to say it had a double-edged ending with the feeling being that there was still hope even if the war was far from over. 300: Rise of an Empire continues the story, but also prequels it and runs alongside it as the focus turns to Greece and the coming together of a nation to take on Xerxes and his Persian forces.

300: Rise of an Empire focuses mainly on Themistocles (Sullivan Stapleton) taking the battle to the Persian Army on the naval battlefield. Battling against Artemisia (Eva Green) Xerxes’ (Rodrigo Santoro) trusted naval leader he must outwit her and the huge forces she has to take on his more meagre offering.

300: Rise of an Empire - Warner Bros. - Blu-ray Combo Pack and DVD Director: Noam Murro Cast: Sullivan Stapleton, Eva Green, Lena Headey, Hans Matheson, Rodrigo Santoro. Full cast + crew 300: Rise of an Empire has got brawny men generating tidal waves of CGI blood, but it's weirdly lacking the heart and underdog camaraderie that made the first movie such a hit. The plot this time is a bit convoluted since it's a prequel, a side-quel, and a sequel all at the same time (just accept that people are fighting for various reasons), but it benefits from having the always enjoyable presence of Eva Green as the antagonist. There's not really anything new or inventive here, and the whole style of the movie seems particularly stale if you...

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Stars: Sullivan Stapleton, Eva Green, Lena Headey, Hans Matheson, Callan Mulvey, Rodrigo Santoro, David Wenham, Jack O’Connell, Andrew Tiernan, Igal Naor, Andrew Pleavin | Written by Zack Snyder, Kurt Johnstad | Directed by Noam Murro

Breaking new ground is certainly something to be admired. Being able to push the boundaries further is a rare feat that is inspiring to witness. The issue becomes what happens when that new ground becomes tired and worn? The inability to answer that quandary is a big reason squeals to visual spectacles rarely succeed. Their once flashy and new trend oversaturates the market to the point of ad nauseam.

With that issue in mind it is no wonder 300: Rise of an Empire does not work nearly as well as its predecessor. Director Noam Murro’s style is reminiscent to the original to a fault. It is akin to waiting eight years to make a sequel to The Matrix.

Vengeance is sought when “300: Rise of an Empire” arrives onto Blu-ray 3D Combo Pack, Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD Special Edition and Digital HD on June 24 from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment. Producer Zack Snyder teams up with Director Noam Murro to create the follow up to the 2007 hit “300” in the same visually stunning style as the original. The stylized epic follows two warring nations that fight for glory amidst a raging sea. Adapted from a screenplay by Zack Snyder and Kurt Johnstad, and based on Frank Miller’s graphic novel “Xerxes,” Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures’ “300: Rise of an Empire” was directed by Noam Murro. Gianni Nunnari, Mark Canton, Zack Snyder, Deborah Snyder and Bernie Goldmann produced the film, with Thomas Tull, Frank Miller, Stephen Jones, Craig J. Flores and Jon Jashni serving as executive producers. The film stars Sullivan Stapleton (“Gangster Squad”) as Themistokles and Eva Green (“Dark Shadows”) as Artemisia,...

Vengeance is sought when 300: Rise of an Empire arrives onto Blu-ray 3D Combo Pack, Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD Special Edition and Digital HD on June 24 from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment. Producer Zack Snyder teams up with Director Noam Murro to create the follow up to the 2007 hit 300 in the same visually stunning style as the original. The stylized epic follows two warring nations that fight for glory amidst a raging sea.

Adapted from a screenplay by Zack Snyder and Kurt Johnstad, and based on Frank Miller's graphic novel "Xerxes," Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures' 300: Rise of an Empire was directed by Noam Murro. Gianni Nunnari, Mark Canton, Zack Snyder, Deborah Snyder and Bernie Goldmann produced the film, with Thomas Tull, Frank Miller, Stephen Jones, Craig J. Flores and Jon Jashni serving as executive producers.

The film stars Sullivan Stapleton (Gangster Squad) as Themistokles and Eva Green (Dark Shadows) as Artemisia,...

300: Rise of an Empire (2014) Film Review, a movie directed by Noam Murro, and starring Sullivan Stapleton, Eva Green, Lena Headey, Hans Matheson, Callan Mulvey, David Wenham, Rodrigo Santoro, Jack O’Connell, Andrew Tiernan, Igal Naor, Andrew Pleavin, Ben Turner, Christopher Sciueref, and Steven Cree. The long-awaited [...]

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Hardcover: 160 pages

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Isbn-10: 1781167826

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The action adventure 300: Rise of an Empire is the highly anticipated follow-up to the 2007 international blockbuster 300.

Based on Frank Miller’s latest graphic novel Xerxes, 300: Rise of an Empire is produced by Gianni Nunnari, Mark Canton, Zack Snyder, Deborah Snyder and Bernie Goldmann, and directed by Noam Murro from a screenplay by Zack Snyder & Kurt Johnstad. Told in the breathtaking visual style of 300 this new chapter of the epic saga takes the action to a fresh battlefield–on the sea–as Greek general Themistokles (Sullivan Stapleton) attempts to unite all of Greece by leading the charge that will change the course of the war. 300: Rise of an Empire pits Themistokles against the massive invading Persian forces led by mortal-turned-god Xerxes (Rodrigo Santoro), and Artemisia (Eva Green), vengeful commander of the Persian navy.

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Concept Art by Christian Lorenz Scheurer Click Here To See More Images After its victory over Leonidas' 300, the Persian Army under the command of Xerxes marches south towards the major Greek city-states. The Democratic city of Athens, first on the path of Xerxes' army, bases its strength on its fleet, led by admiral Themistocles. Themistocles is forced to an unwilling alliance with the traditional rival of Athens, oligarchic Sparta whose might lies with its superior infantry troops. But Xerxes still reigns supreme in numbers over sea and land. 300: Rise of an Empire - directed by Noam Murro, from a screenplay written by Kurt Johnstad and Zack Snyder. The film stars: Sullivan Stapleton as Themistocles, Eva Green as Artemisia, Lena Headey as Queen Gorgo of Sparta, Rodrigo Santoro as King Xerxes, Hans Matheson as Aeskylos, Andrew Pleavin as Daxos, Callan Mulvey as Scyllias, David Wenham as Dilios, Jack O'Connell as Calisto,...

Following its big box office win over the weekend, its possible that we could be seeing a sequel to 300: Rise of an Empire, which has already earned over $140 million worldwide in just a few short days. Although a follow-up has not been confirmed yet, star Sullivan Stapleton, who plays General Themistokles in the big-screen adventure, revealed that he hopes Warner Bros. brings him back, since there is much more story to be told.

"As for the sequel, it's a huge story, and those battles between the Greeks and Persians went on for years and years. I hope to God we do another sequel. If we don't, hopefully they put me in another film."

While it took almost exactly seven years to get this follow-up to 2007's 300 off the ground, the box office numbers prove that there is still an audience waiting for stylized action like this. 300 director Zack Snyder...

Rated R for strong sustained sequences of stylized bloody violence throughout, a sex scene, nudity and some language Cast: Sullivan Stapleton, Eva Green, Lena Headey, Hans Matheson, Callan Mulvey, David Wenham and Rodrigo Santoro Written By: Zack Snyder and Kurt Johnstad (based on the graphic novel Xerxes by Frank Miller) Directed By: Noam Murro The 2006 swords-and-sandals […]

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Now playing in theaters is director Noam Murro’s 300: Rise of an Empire. In the sequel to Zack Snyder’s 300, Greek general Themistokles (Sullivan Stapleton) attempts to unite all of Greece by leading the charge that will change the course of the war against the massive invading Persian forces led by mortal-turned-god, Xerxes (Rodrigo Santoro), and Artemisia (Eva Green), the vengeful commander of the Persian navy. The film also stars Lena Headey, Hans Matheson, David Wenham, Igal Nao, Callan Mulvey, Jack O’Connell, and Andrew Tiernan. I’ve seen the film twice now and am happy to report the sequel kicks ass. The fight scenes are extremely well done, the 3D actually adds to the story, and Eva Green’s performance is worth the price of admission. It also might have the best sex scene of 2014, and it’s only February. While many might have wondered if we needed...

Now playing in theaters is director Noam Murro’s 300: Rise of an Empire. In the sequel to Zack Snyder’s 300, Greek general Themistokles (Sullivan Stapleton) attempts to unite all of Greece by leading the charge that will change the course of the war against the massive invading Persian forces led by mortal-turned-god, Xerxes (Rodrigo Santoro), and Artemisia (Eva Green), the vengeful commander of the Persian navy. The film also stars Lena Headey, Hans Matheson, David Wenham, Igal Nao, Callan Mulvey, Jack O’Connell, and Andrew Tiernan. I’ve seen the film twice now and am happy to report the sequel kicks ass. The fight scenes are extremely well done, the 3D actually adds to the story, and Eva Green’s performance is worth the price of admission. It also might have the best sex scene of 2014, and it’s only February. While many might have wondered if we needed...

300: Rise of an Empire is now playing in theaters nationwide. Warner Bros. has released a new featurette for this action adventure, which takes a look at the film's biggest battle as it brings the fight on the high seas. Enjoy behind-the-scenes footage and never-before-seen concept art as Xerxes marches his Persian army into the face of death, with General Themistocles and his Greek soldiers defending their homeland from this terrorist invasion.

300: Rise of an Empire was released March 7th, 2014 and stars Sullivan Stapleton, Eva Green, Lena Headey, Hans Matheson, Callan Mulvey, David Wenham, Rodrigo Santoro, Jack O'Connell. The film is directed by Noam Murro.

New 300,Rise Of An Empire movie received mixed reviews from major film critics. Warner Bros. Pictures released their new action/drama flick, "300: Rise Of An Empire" into theaters this weekend, and the top movie critics have served up their reviews, which came in pretty mixed as it got an overall 48 score out of a possible 100 across 25 reviews at Metacritic.com. We've added a few of the review snippets,below. The movie stars: Sullivan Stapleton, Eva Green, Lena Headey, Hans Matheson, David Wenham, Rodrigo Santoro, Igal Naor, Callan Mulvey, Jack O'Connell, and Andrew Tiernan. Richard Roeper at the Chicago Sun-Times, gave it a nice 88 score, stating, "Even with the uniformly good performances — and the standout work from Ms. Green — 300: Rise of an Empire is foremost a triumph of production design, costumes, brilliantly choreographed battle sequences and stunning CGI." Chris Nashawaty at Entertainment Weekly, gave it a 75. He said: "The...

Chicago – The rewriting of history in comic book movie form – not that’s anything wrong with that – continues with “300: Rise of an Empire.” Ancient wars are brought to life through a combination of mythology, six-pack abs, 3D blood spurts and comprehensive special effects, which can be better than history.

Rating: 3.0/5.0

Nothing is unexpected in “300: Rise of an Empire” that wasn’t expressed in the previous “300” film. The sequel is a series of war proclamations and battle, only to regroup for more speeches and then more conflict. Most of it happens on the sea, which allows for some exaggerated computer generated ships and their minions – at one point a horse rides among the rolling vessels. But all the blood, bodies and baring breasts are intact, richly presented in action packed 3D. For fans of the previous film, there is everything expected in the sequel, with no subtlety or explanations necessary.

Warner Bros. Pictures' 300: Rise of an Empire is now playing in theaters worldwide and we've created this spot for you to tell us and your fellow moviegoers what you thought about the Noam Murro-directed film, starring Sullivan Stapleton, Eva Green, Lena Headey, Hans Matheson, David Wenham, Rodrigo Santoro, Igal Naor, Callan Mulvey, Jack O'Connell and Andrew Tiernan. You can use the comments below to write your mini-review of the film! You can also check out our review here .

Film: "300: Rise of an Empire"; Cast: Sullivan Stapleton, Eva Green, Lena Headey, Hans Matheson, Callan Mulvey, Rodrigo Santoro, Jack O'Connell, Andrew Tiernan, Igal Naor and Andrew Pleavin; Director: Noam Murro; Rating: **1/2

Wonder how many viewers would be interested in another version of the oft repeated history of ancient Greece? It's the story of how the Persian King Xerxes, with over 1,000 ships in his fleet, could have easily conquered the divided Greeks in Circa 480 BC.

Based on Frank Miller's graphic novel "Xerxes", the film takes off on a very verbose expository note by the Spartan Queen Gorgo. Her explanations weave in the loose ends as well as the backstory of the characters, giving an insight into the history.

Opening this weekend is director Noam Murro’s 300: Rise of an Empire. In the sequel to Zack Snyder’s 300, Greek general Themistokles (Sullivan Stapleton) attempts to unite all of Greece by leading the charge that will change the course of the war against the massive invading Persian forces led by mortal-turned-god, Xerxes (Rodrigo Santoro), and Artemisia (Eva Green), the vengeful commander of the Persian navy. The film also stars Lena Headey, Hans Matheson, David Wenham, Igal Nao, Callan Mulvey, Jack O’Connell, and Andrew Tiernan. I’ve seen the film twice now and am happy to report the sequel kicks ass. The fight scenes are extremely well done, the 3D actually adds to the story, and Eva Green’s performance is worth the price of admission. It also might have the best sex scene of 2014, and it’s only February. While many might have wondered if we needed a...

Opening this weekend is director Noam Murro’s 300: Rise of an Empire. In the sequel to Zack Snyder’s 300, Greek general Themistokles (Sullivan Stapleton) attempts to unite all of Greece by leading the charge that will change the course of the war against the massive invading Persian forces led by mortal-turned-god, Xerxes (Rodrigo Santoro), and Artemisia (Eva Green), the vengeful commander of the Persian navy. The film also stars Lena Headey, Hans Matheson, David Wenham, Igal Nao, Callan Mulvey, Jack O’Connell, and Andrew Tiernan. I’ve seen the film twice now and am happy to report the sequel kicks ass. The fight scenes are extremely well done, the 3D actually adds to the story, and Eva Green’s performance is worth the price of admission. It also might have the best sex scene of 2014, and it’s only February. While many might have wondered if we needed a...

Opening this weekend is director Noam Murro’s 300: Rise of an Empire. In the sequel to Zack Snyder’s 300, Greek general Themistokles (Sullivan Stapleton) attempts to unite all of Greece by leading the charge that will change the course of the war against the massive invading Persian forces led by mortal-turned-god, Xerxes (Rodrigo Santoro), and Artemisia (Eva Green), the vengeful commander of the Persian navy. The film also stars Lena Headey, Hans Matheson, David Wenham, Igal Nao, Callan Mulvey, Jack O’Connell, and Andrew Tiernan. I’ve seen the film twice now and am happy to report the sequel kicks ass. The fight scenes are extremely well done, the 3D actually adds to the story, and Eva Green’s performance is worth the price of admission. It also might have the best sex scene of 2014, and it’s only February. While many might have wondered if we needed a...

Director: Noam Murro; Screenwriters: Zack Snyder, Kurt Johnstad; Starring: Sullivan Stapleton, Rodrigo Santoro, Eva Green, Jack O'Connell, Lena Headey; Running time: 102 mins; Certificate: 15

The iconic line "this is Sparta" gets a sole outing in belated sequel 300: Rise of an Empire, but it's muted and uttered almost under the breath of Lena Headey's Queen Gorgo. What's strange is that this is a rare moment of restraint in a film that goes Ott, striving so hard to outdo its predecessor yet ultimately coming up short. More violence! More action! More nudity! None of this can compensate for the dearth of emotional engagement on show in Kurt Johnstad and Zack Snyder's script.

To some the first 300 is visceral graphic novel entertainment writ large on the big screen, to others it's a visually dazzling empty vessel (this reviewer leans to the latter). How you feel about Rise of an Empire will...

There’s a new featurette for 300: Rise of an Empire titled “Heroes of 300″; which you can see below.

Based on Frank Miller’s latest graphic novel Xerxes and told in the breathtaking visual style of the blockbuster 300, this new chapter of the epic saga takes the action to a fresh battlefield—on the sea—as Greek general Themistokles (Sullivan Stapleton) attempts to unite all of Greece by leading the charge that will change the course of the war. 300: Rise of an Empire pits Themistokles against the massive invading Persian forces led by mortal-turned-god Xerxes (Rodrigo Santoro), and Artemisia (Eva Green), vengeful commander of the Persian navy.

The film stars Sullivan Stapleton, Eva Green, Lena Headey, Hans Matheson, Rodrigo Santoro, Callan Mulvey, David Wenham, Jack O’Connell, Andrew Tiernan, Igal Naor and Andrew Pleavin.

300: Rise of an Empire hits theatres March7th.

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The legendary general Themistokles (Sullivan Stapleton) takes to the high seas in an attempt to unite all of Greece against the warring Xerxes and his invading Persian army in this follow-up to 2007's 300. Meet the Greek general and his men in the new 'Heroes' featurette for 300: Rise of an Empire. In theaters this weekend.

300: Rise of an Empire comes to theaters March 7th, 2014 and stars Eva Green, Rodrigo Santoro, Sullivan Stapleton, Mark Killeen, Jack O'Connell, Hans Matheson, Andrew Tiernan, Callan Mulvey. The film is directed by Noam Murro.

After its victory over Leonidas' 300, the Persian Army under the command of Xerxes marches south towards the major Greek city-states. The Democratic city of Athens, first on the path of Xerxes' army, bases its strength on its fleet, led by admiral Themistocles. Themistocles is forced to an unwilling alliance with the traditional rival of Athens, oligarchic Sparta whose might lies with its superior infantry troops. But Xerxes still reigns supreme in numbers over sea and land. Starring: Sullivan Stapleton as Themistocles Eva Green as Artemisia Lena Headey as Queen Gorgo of Sparta Rodrigo Santoro as King Xerxes Hans Matheson as Aeskylos Andrew Pleavin as Daxos Callan Mulvey as Scyllias David Wenham as Dilios Jack O'Connell as Calisto Andrew Tiernan as Ephialtes Yigal Naor as Darius Release Date: March 7th, 2014.

300: Rise of an Empire is an epic, action-packed and visually bold 3D film that is a companion story to Zack Snyder's blockbuster film, 300, which stormed into theaters in March 2007. The film delivers amazing 3D action and epic battle sequences as the armed forces of Sparta and Persia fight for superiority...This time on the high seas! We know you are looking forward to this one and are happy to announce a cool new giveaway for Warner Bros. and Legendary Pictures' exciting continuation of the 300 saga, where you can win the below prize package:

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Warner Bros. Pictures' "300: Rise of an Empire" has 6 clips in, getting fans ready for the stellar-looking follow-up to "300" which opens in theaters on MArch 7, 2014. Starring are Sullivan Stapleton, Rodrigo Santoro, Eva Green, Jack O'Connell, David Wenham, Scott Burn, Callan Mulvey, Andrew Pleavin, Jamie Blackley, Caitlin Carmichael, Hans Matheson, Ashraf Barhom and Andrew Tiernan. Noam Murro directs from the screenplay by "300" helmer Zack Snyder, who writes alongside Kurt Johnstad, as well as producing the film. Watch all the clips below the synopsis.

New 300, Rise Of An Empire 4th movie trailer hit the net. Recently, Warner Bros. Pictures dropped this new,4th movie trailer (below) for their upcoming "300: Rise Of An Empire" hardcore action flick, and it looks intense as ever with tons of wicked sword fights,dramatic dialogue, and violence galore. Check it out,below. The movie stars: Sullivan Stapleton, Eva Green, Lena Headey, Hans Matheson, David Wenham, Rodrigo Santoro, Igal Naor, Callan Mulvey, Jack O'Connell, and Andrew Tiernan. In the new film, the action will be taken to a fresh battlefield on the sea as Greek general ,Themistokles (Sullivan Stapleton) ,attempts to unite all of Greece by leading the charge that will change the course of the war. "300: Rise of an Empire" will pit Themistokles against the massive invading Persian forces led by mortal-turned-god Xerxes (Rodrigo Santoro), and Artemesia (Eva Green), vengeful commander of the Persian navy. It's due...

Xerxes becomes a man-god in the latest look at 300: Rise of an Empire, with this new extended TV spot which arrives just one week before the franchise sequel makes its way into theaters across the country. From producer Zack Snyder, the action moves to the sea in this companion piece to 2007's 300. Watch as Artemesia leads her Persian navy against Themistokles and his Greek troops.

300: Rise of an Empire comes to theaters March 7th, 2014 and stars Eva Green, Rodrigo Santoro, Sullivan Stapleton, Mark Killeen, Jack O'Connell, Hans Matheson, Andrew Tiernan, Callan Mulvey. The film is directed by Noam Murro.

After its victory over Leonidas' 300, the Persian Army under the command of Xerxes marches south towards the major Greek city-states. The Democratic city of Athens, first on the path of Xerxes' army, bases its strength on its fleet, led by admiral Themistocles. Themistocles is forced to an unwilling alliance with the traditional rival of Athens, oligarchic Sparta whose might lies with its superior infantry troops. But Xerxes still reigns supreme in numbers over sea and land. Starring: Sullivan Stapleton as Themistocles Eva Green as Artemisia Lena Headey as Queen Gorgo of Sparta Rodrigo Santoro as King Xerxes Hans Matheson as Aeskylos Andrew Pleavin as Daxos Callan Mulvey as Scyllias David Wenham as Dilios Jack O'Connell as Calisto Andrew Tiernan as Ephialtes Yigal Naor as Darius Release Date: March 7th, 2014.

New 300,Rise Of An Empire Themistokles movie clip hit the net today. Earlier today, Warner Bros. Pictures dropped this new movie clip (below) for their upcoming "300: Rise Of An Empire" action/drama flick, and this one gives us a new look at the Themistokles warrior, who can apparently kick some major ass as he takes out multiple men with great intensity,and more. Check it out,below. The movie stars: Sullivan Stapleton, Eva Green, Lena Headey, Hans Matheson, David Wenham, Rodrigo Santoro, Igal Naor, Callan Mulvey, Jack O'Connell, and Andrew Tiernan. In the new flick, the action will be taken to a fresh battlefield on the sea as Greek general ,Themistokles (Sullivan Stapleton) ,attempts to unite all of Greece by leading the charge that will change the course of the war. "300: Rise of an Empire" will pit Themistokles against the massive invading Persian forces led by mortal-turned-god Xerxes...

With the highly-anticipated 300 follow-up 300: Rise of an Empire arriving in theaters one week from today, Warner Bros. has released six new clips and two behind-the-scenes videos. Sullivan Stapleton stars as the Greek general Themistokles, who tries to unite his fellow Greek country men in battle against the powerful Persian army lead by Xerxes (Rodrigo Santoro) and the manipulative Artemisia (Eva Green). Watch as Themistokles charges into the greatest fight of his life, while Xerxes addresses his loyal followers and Artemisia tries to motivate her soldiers in these latest scenes from director Noam Murro's action-thriller, in theaters March 7.

300: Rise of an Empire comes to theaters March 7th, 2014 and stars Eva Green, Rodrigo Santoro, Sullivan Stapleton, Mark Killeen, Jack O'Connell, Hans Matheson, Andrew Tiernan, Callan Mulvey. The film is directed by Noam Murro.

With director Noam Murro’s 300: Rise of an Empire opening March 7th, WB. has provided us with 6 clips and over 7 minutes of behind-the-scenes footage from the making of the film. In the sequel to Zack Snyder’s 300, Greek general Themistokles (Sullivan Stapleton) attempts to unite all of Greece by leading the charge that will change the course of the war against the massive invading Persian forces led by mortal-turned-god, Xerxes (Rodrigo Santoro), and Artemisia (Eva Green), the vengeful commander of the Persian navy. The film also stars Lena Headey, Hans Matheson, David Wenham, Igal Nao, Callan Mulvey, Jack O’Connell, and Andrew Tiernan. I've seen the film twice now and am happy to report the sequel kicks ass. The fight scenes are extremely well done, the 3D actually adds to the story, and Eva Green’s performance is worth the price of admission. It also might have the best...

After its victory over Leonidas' 300, the Persian Army under the command of Xerxes marches south towards the major Greek city-states. The Democratic city of Athens, first on the path of Xerxes' army, bases its strength on its fleet, led by admiral Themistocles. Themistocles is forced to an unwilling alliance with the traditional rival of Athens, oligarchic Sparta whose might lies with its superior infantry troops. But Xerxes still reigns supreme in numbers over sea and land. 300: Rise of an Empire - directed by Noam Murro, from a screenplay written by Kurt Johnstad and Zack Snyder. The film stars: Sullivan Stapleton as Themistocles, Eva Green as Artemisia, Lena Headey as Queen Gorgo of Sparta, Rodrigo Santoro as King Xerxes, Hans Matheson as Aeskylos, Andrew Pleavin as Daxos, Callan Mulvey as Scyllias, David Wenham as Dilios, Jack O'Connell as Calisto, Andrew Tiernan as Ephialtes and Yigal Naor as Darius. It...

Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures have provided Latino-Review with a new featurette for 300: Rise of an Empire, which focuses on the villains of the film.

The action adventure stars Sullivan Stapleton (“Gangster Squad”) as Themistokles and Eva Green (“Dark Shadows,” “Casino Royale”) as Artemisia. Lena Headey reprises her starring role from “300” as the Spartan Queen, Gorgo; Hans Matheson (“Clash of the Titans”) stars as Aeskylos; David Wenham returns as Dilios, and Rodrigo Santoro stars again as the Persian King, Xerxes.

Based on Frank Miller’s latest graphic novel Xerxes, and told in the breathtaking visual style of the blockbuster “300,” this new chapter of the epic saga takes the action to a fresh battlefield—on the sea—as Greek general Themistokles attempts to unite all of Greece by leading the charge that will change the course of the war.

300: Rise of an Empire pits Themistokles against the massive...

With director Noam Murro's 300: Rise of an Empire opening March 7th, WB. has released a new featurette that focuses on the villains. In the sequel to Zack Snyder's 300, Greek general Themistokles (Sullivan Stapleton) attempts to unite all of Greece by leading the charge that will change the course of the war against the massive invading Persian forces led by mortal-turned-god, Xerxes (Rodrigo Santoro), and Artemisia (Eva Green), the vengeful commander of the Persian navy. The film also stars Lena Headey, Hans Matheson, David Wenham, Igal Nao, Callan Mulvey, Jack O’Connell, and Andrew Tiernan. I caught a screening a few days ago and am happy to report the sequel kicks a lot of ass. The fight scenes are extremely well done, the 3D actually adds to the story, and Eva Green's performance is worth the price of admission. While many might have wondered if we needed...

The latest featurette from Warner Bros.' 300: Rise of an Empire offers new insight into the villains Artemisia (Eva Green) and Xerxes (Rodrigo Santoro). We learn that Artemisia's entire family was slaughtered by Greek soldiers, causing her to train with the Persian army as she vows to get vengeance. This action-packed follow-up also shows the transformation of Xerxes into a God-king, through the manipulation of Artemisia, giving this villain a proper origin story. Check out this featurette with new footage and interviews from producers Deborah Snyder, Gianni Nunnari, Zack Snyder, Gianni Nunnari, director Noam Murro, Eva Green and Rodrigo Santoro, before the battle begins in theaters March 7.

300: Rise of an Empire comes to theaters March 7th, 2014 and stars Eva Green, Rodrigo Santoro, Sullivan Stapleton, Mark Killeen, Jack O'Connell, Hans Matheson, Andrew Tiernan, Callan Mulvey. The film is directed by Noam Murro.

After its victory over Leonidas' 300, the Persian Army under the command of Xerxes marches south towards the major Greek city-states. The Democratic city of Athens, first on the path of Xerxes' army, bases its strength on its fleet, led by admiral Themistocles. Themistocles is forced to an unwilling alliance with the traditional rival of Athens, oligarchic Sparta whose might lies with its superior infantry troops. But Xerxes still reigns supreme in numbers over sea and land. Starring: Sullivan Stapleton as Themistocles Eva Green as Artemisia Lena Headey as Queen Gorgo of Sparta Rodrigo Santoro as King Xerxes Hans Matheson as Aeskylos Andrew Pleavin as Daxos Callan Mulvey as Scyllias David Wenham as Dilios Jack O'Connell as Calisto Andrew Tiernan as Ephialtes Yigal Naor as Darius Release Date: March 7th, 2014.

The follow up to director Zack Snyder's 2006 movie is based on Frank Miller’s latest graphic novel Xerxes and told in the breathtaking visual style of the blockbuster 300. This new chapter of the epic saga takes the action to a fresh battlefield—on the sea—as Greek general Themistokles (Sullivan Stapleton) attempts to unite all of Greece by leading the charge that will change the course of the war. 300: Rise of an Empire pits Themistokles against the massive invading Persian forces led by mortal-turned-god Xerxes (Rodrigo Santoro), and Artemesia (Eva Green), vengeful commander of the Persian navy. Directed by Noam Murro off a script by Zack Snyder and Kurt Johstad, 300: Rise of an Empire stars Sullivan Stapleton, Eva Green, Lena Headey, Hans Matheson, Rodrigo Santoro, David Wenham, Igal...

Zack Snyder's 300 is goofy fun, and while he didn't direct the new sequel, 300: Rise of an Empire, the visual aesthetic, straight-faced melodrama, and ridiculous action appear to have remained in place. I'm not expecting a radical leap forward from the first movie; I'm expecting a delightfully silly picture where spear-wielding guys in loincloths try to kill other spear-wielding guys in loincloths. There's no need to over-complicate things here. I'm pleased to announce we're giving away 20 pairs of passes to the Atlanta screening of 300: Rise of an Empire. Hit the jump to find out how you can see the movie early and for free. The film stars Sullivan Stapleton, Eva Green, Rodrigo Santoro, Lena Headey, Jack O’Connell, Hans Matheson, David Wenham, Igal Nao, and Andrew Tiernan. 300: Rise of an Empire opens in 2D, 3D, and IMAX 3D on March 7th. To enter for a chance to...