300: Rise of an Empire

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First time viewed: Yes
Current Release: Yes
Watched With: Michael, Therese

Well this one takes place before, during and after the original, so it's not quite a prequel or a sequel. Or it's both. And while it doesn't have as strong a core as the original it does have some really cool set pieces and crazy stylised cinematography. Although I think it's less contasty that the original film but that's probably due to being in 3D. Flat colours don't tend to support depth.

And there's not a frame of this film hat doesn't have some sort of dust or spray hanging in the air to pop off the screen. Some nice gore too.

Our lead is a bit stiff but Eva Green is having a rollicking good time playing the villainess. And like in Dark Shadows, she gets another wild sex scene that is most entertaining.

Not as strong as the original but a nice companion piece with some great moments.