The Power of Symbolic Theatrics
By anachronisto
@anachronisto (24)
United States
April 8, 2007 2:42am CST
300, Frank Miller's graphic novel turned cinematic dynamo, is a blood-red splash of awesome visuals, deliciously rendered quasi-history, and a compelling look at how features of character and plot not overly fleshed out in dialogue can be expressed through theatrical use of symbolism, i.e. Sparta's legion of abs and the Godking Xerxes' inhuman height. Through emphasis on setting and physical features, how does this film let you relate to its story and players, and furthermore, how do superficial details represent unexplored character traits in us and our contemporary surroundings?
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@SirMattias (106)
• United States
8 Apr 07
Good lord, what an expertly worded question. I'll do my best to answer the important points.
Upon observing what i believe to be the most epic and awe inspiring film of the most epic and awe inspiring battle in ancient history, i was overcome with a proud sense of manhood, and a newly refined definition of what honor and freedom is really all about.
I suppose when it comes to relating the themes of the movie to the modern world, the first thing that comes to mind is war, and whatever happened to the ones that were worth fighting.
As usual my rambling has led nowhere so i will stop there, but i think i must have made at least one good point.
@skunal007 (68)
• Australia
12 Apr 07
300, Frank Miller's graphic novel turned cinematic dynamo, is a blood-red splash of awesome visuals, deliciously rendered quasi-history, and a compelling look at how features of character and plot not overly fleshed out in dialogue can be expressed through theatrical use of symbolism, i.e. Sparta's legion of abs and the Godking Xerxes' inhuman height. Through emphasis on setting and physical features, how does this film let you relate to its story and players, and furthermore, how do superficial details represent unexplored character traits in us and our contemporary surroundings?
