As if people weren’t already looking forward to 300 Warner Bros. just upped the ante a little more today announcing that the film would be simultaneously released in IMAX theaters. The film is directed by Zack Snyder and based on the epic graphic novel by Frank Miller (Sin City). 300 is a ferocious retelling of the ancient battle of Thermopylae in which King Leonidas (Gerard Bulter) and 300 Spartans fought to death against Xerxes and his massive Persian army. Facing insurmountable odds, their valor and sacrifice inspire all of Greece to unite against their Persian enemy, drawing a line in the sand for democracy. The film brings Miller’s acclaimed graphic novel to life by combining live action with virtual backgrounds that capture his distinct vision of this ancient historic tale.
“300 is an exciting event film which includes many aspects that we believe will appeal to commercial audiences,” said IMAX Co-Chairmen and Co-CEOs Richard L. Gelfond and Bradley J. Wechsler. “As a great partner to IMAX, Warner Bros. Pictures has provided many fantastic films that have resulted in significant incremental box office revenue for IMAX exhibitors, and we look forward to continuing this tradition.”
300 hits theaters on March 9, get more on the film right here.
