300 is a 2007 film directed by Zack Snyder. It is an epic action film based on the graphic novel by Frank Miller and Lynn Varley titled "300." 

Plot

The film is set in ancient Greece during the Battle of Thermopylae in 480 B.C. The story follows King Leonidas I of Sparta (played by Gerard Butler) and a small group of highly trained Spartan warriors known as the "300." Leonidas decides to resist the advance of the massive Persian army led by King Xerxes I (played by Rodrigo Santoro), which is seeking to conquer Greece.

The 300 Spartan warriors defend the narrow pass of Thermopylae against the Persian forces in a series of epic battles. Despite being vastly outnumbered, the Spartan warriors demonstrate extraordinary courage and determination in the fight against the Persian army.

The film is known for its distinctive visual style, with a strong emphasis on stylized imagery and the use of special effects to create a visually captivating representation of the battle. "300" is an epic action film that celebrates the fierceness and sacrifice of the Spartan warriors in defense of their homeland.

Complete Cast:

• Gerard Butler as King Leonidas
• Lena Headey as Queen Gorgo
• Dominic West as Theron
• David Wenham as Dilios
• Vincent Regan as Captain Artemis
• Michael Fassbender as Stelios
• Tom Wisdom as Astinos
• Andrew Pleavin as Daxos
• Andrew Tiernan as Ephialtes
• Rodrigo Santoro as King Xerxes

Director: Zack Snyder

Producer: Gianni Nunnari, Mark Canton, Bernie Goldmann, Jeffrey Silver

Writer: Zack Snyder, Kurt Johnstad, Michael B. Gordon (based on the comic book "300" by Frank Miller and Lynn Varley)

Music by: Tyler Bates

Cinematographer: Larry Fong

Production Cost: Approximately $65 million.

Box Office: Over $456 million worldwide at the box office.

Awards: The film received several nominations at film awards, including the MTV Movie Awards and Saturn Awards, and won for Best Action Movie at the MTV Movie Awards.

Critics' Reception: "300" received mixed reviews from critics. Many praised the film's distinctive visual style and action sequences, while others criticized its historical portrayal and character development. Despite this, "300" became a cultural phenomenon for its stylized approach to storytelling and its iconic quotes.