Deathly Dull
Sure, a lot of pretty visuals, but really no better or worse than the average video game, which is what it mostly reminded me of. Way too much slow motion (I suppose so you can better appreciate the time and effort that went into the CGI visuals and to best appreciate Frank Millers static design sense), but frankly the story, characters and acting put me to sleep, and I ended up turning it off out of boredom before the 'epic battle' even took place. If you liked Sin City, you wil probably like this too. Frank Miller seems endlessly mired in a 14 year old mindset, dramatic shadows, sculpted muscles, tits and lots of blood seem to be the formula. If you are looking for something a little more grown up, try Spartacus, or Gladiator.
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Wednesday, May 28, 2008 7:39 PM
Nice to see that someone else who wasn't swept up in 300's histrionics. I tried so hard to enjoy it, but to no avail. Snyder needs to learn that pretty visuals and shouting are nothing without emotional involvement.