The 300 Spartans
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The 300 Spartans

Best from age 9 · PG · 1962 · 114 min

The 300 Spartans

Against overwhelming odds, King Leonidas leads 300 Spartan warriors to defend a narrow pass against the invading Persian army of King Xerxes. Their heroic stand buys crucial time for Greece to unite and eventually repel the invaders, shaping the course of history.

What's in it

0 = none · 10 = intense

Violence & peril

Strong

6/10

Language

Mild

1/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

Mild

1/10

Romance & sensuality

Mild

1/10

Scary moments

Moderate

4/10

Heads up

  • Intense battle scenes with ancient weaponry.
  • Some characters die heroically in battle.
  • Portrayal of historical warfare.

Models well

  • Courage and sacrifice
  • Duty and patriotism
  • Strategic thinking

Talk about it after

  • The importance of courage against impossible odds.
  • How historical events can shape the future.
  • The concept of sacrifice for a greater good.
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The 300 Spartans (1962) Trailer

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