300: Rise of an Empire" pits Themistokles against the massive invading Persian forces led Von mortal-turned-god Xerxes, and Artemisia, vengeful commander of the Persian navy.
This sequel takes the action to a fresh battlefield on the sea as Greek general Themistokles (Sullivan Stapleton) attempts to unite all of Greece Von leading the charge that will change the course of the war. In theater March 7, 2014.
The performance of the defenders at the battle of Thermopylae is also used as an example of the advantages of training, equipment, and good use of terrain as force multipliers and has become a symbol of courage against overwhelming odds.
