It was shock combat! The Greek phalanx was heavy shock infantry. 'Cept unlike in the scene they fought in densely packed formations mowing over their opponents.
The CGI blood may be abit silly....but those counters and sword strikes he's doing at 1:20-1:45 are realistic i think. Smart to duck on an angle and drop the rim of your shield into his pelvis instead of just dodging It entirely...the momentum from him forward thrusting and meeting his shield at the same time probably shattered his pelvis...it looked like he was going for a neck or face stab aswell. And how he constantly has his shield up on his blind side and when he swings in a wide arc looks behind him to see the guy coming up with a spear from behind. Even when he shield hits the guy before that he trys to get up but slips in the mud at 1:32 and gets hit with his wide arc slice....the attention to detail is pretty insane. So historically accurate no lol but combat wise spot on I reckon.
@Gregory Emmanuel Trust me on this, for your lack of understanding of sarcasm, and taking things overly way too serious, you are about to be wrecked by soon coming comments. Good luck.
@Arturo zenteno true I think it depends on how often one plays video games and if the person even knows morals after playing violent games or maybe their being abused and the games fuel their rage to hurt or kill.
Fun fact: in the actual battle despite being outnumbered 3 - 1, the Athenians altered their battle formations but removing the support in the middle to stretch out the lines, making them equal in length to the vastly more numerous Persian army. They also put all their best soldiers on the flanks, meaning when the Persians focused their strength in the weak middle, the Athenians cut down the flanks and managed to encircle on 3 sides an enemy that nearly tripled theirs in number
Aren't there any problems in the world to solve as you are writing a real battle analysis that too in the comment section of a fictional movie scene, Jesus.
@@zachporter8864 In the film they inaccurately did not. However, in modern history, historians believe that the Spartan Hoplites that are the so called “300” depicted in this film did in fact wear heavy bronze chest-plates, which were layered in multiple different types of fabrics as well. This armor faired especially well during this battle, as it was durable, and strong. Xerxes “Immortals” did not fair well against the armor clad Spartan soldiers, as the “Immortals” were clad in light fabrics, with some light form of chainmail underneath. However, this chainmail was easily breached by the Spartans spears during their phalanx.
@@joevenespineli6389 Yeah you are actually right, the guy probably is a bit confused cause Miltiades was actually the general of the battle while Themistocles was just present and fought in the battle as an officer probably
@@eaterofworlds675 Themistocles was assumed most likely to be a strategoi (a general) but he fought in the battle and he is the historical figure they're trying to portray in the movie so Miltiades has no relevance because he's a separate figure
Okay, I'm not saying it's accurate, or portrays the complex political struggles and conflicts of the time.... but that music and artistic style is pretty epic
Ya! And I imagine this movie wasn’t MEANT to be historically accurate. I think this movie depicts how the Greeks would have told the story, with the overpowered, brave, valiant warriors facing death without fear, slaughtering their enemies like they were nothing. Of course it’s not how it happened in history, but it’s how their legend lived.
Its a film equivalent of what spectacle fighters are to games. Not meant for realism, but meant for the spectacle (as the name suggests) and there is NOTHING wrong with that! As this scene shows us
The CGI blood may be abit silly....but those counters and sword strikes he's doing at 1:20-1:45 are realistic i think. Smart to duck on an angle and drop the rim of your shield into his pelvis instead of just dodging It entirely...the momentum from him forward thrusting and meeting his shield at the same time probably shattered his pelvis...it looked like he was going for a neck or face stab aswell. And how he constantly has his shield up on his blind side and when he swings in a wide arc looks behind him to see the guy coming up with a spear from behind. Even when he shield hits the guy before that he trys to get up but slips in the mud at 1:32 and gets hit with his wide arc slice....the attention to detail is pretty insane. So historically accurate no lol but combat wise spot on I reckon.
2:41 Persian Army Logic: We are being attacked by a nearly naked dude in a helmet. Let's attack the ONE part of his body that has protection of any kind.
Think it was a very "Scared" and hopeless swing at a superior enemy, that just so happend to contact with his helmet, Arts of war are strange to those who don't know it ;)
Not to support Hollywood logic in any way, but if your opponent is carrying a shield, you may have been trained to aim for his extremities, even if they are protected.
The CGI blood may be abit silly....but those counters and sword strikes he's doing at 1:20-1:45 are realistic i think. Smart to duck on an angle and drop the rim of your shield into his pelvis instead of just dodging It entirely...the momentum from him forward thrusting and meeting his shield at the same time probably shattered his pelvis...it looked like he was going for a neck or face stab aswell. And how he constantly has his shield up on his blind side and when he swings in a wide arc looks behind him to see the guy coming up with a spear from behind. Even when he shield hits the guy before that he trys to get up but slips in the mud at 1:32 and gets hit with his wide arc slice....the attention to detail is pretty insane. So historically accurate no lol but combat wise spot on I reckon.
Producer: how do we differentiate between spartans and Athenians without covering up those six packs. Some Guy: Instead of wearing thongs that accentuate the thighs lets have kilts that accentuate the calfs. Producer: great idea anything else. Some Guy: they can wear blue capes instead of red. Producer: Get this man a promotion.
Except only Themistocles and other high ranked Athenians wore blue capes. Unlike how all the Spartans wore red capes no matter the rank. I actually like the way the Athenians did it. I know this isn't historically accurate but I'm just saying. I like that only an Athenian general and few other high ranking Athenians were the only ones allowed to wear the blue capes. It makes sense. I just think that it's cool is all.
People need to understand that the 300 films are based off comics, not exact historical accuracy. The film makers wanted to depict 300 like a Greek legend ( which idolized physical fitness ) so that’s why you see all these body builder looking Greek warriors. I think they did a fantastic job with the films. A 100% historically accurate film would be a little boring in my opinion.
It wouldn't be boring, but i prefer this way... this movie is EXACTLY like a greek drama/tragedy with cathartic moments like this, that's why it fits so much..
Bro read the gates of fire, the tides of war and the afghan campaign, all written by Steven pressfield. A historical drama series based on these events would be an epic akin to Band of Brothers
If you think sticking to historical accuarcy is boring, i suggest actually reading about some of these battles. That being said i do like the movies for what they are.
If you look closely at the Persians getting cut down there are no slash marks lol instead just a gigantic pool of blood spews everywhere to cover that lol what a low budget movie
I disagree personally, here it looks a little over stylized. The first movie was stylized but still seemed within the realm of possible but highly unlikely
The CGI blood may be abit silly....but those counters and sword strikes he's doing at 1:20-1:45 are realistic i think. Smart to duck on an angle and drop the rim of your shield into his pelvis instead of just dodging It entirely...the momentum from him forward thrusting and meeting his shield at the same time probably shattered his pelvis...it looked like he was going for a neck or face stab aswell. And how he constantly has his shield up on his blind side and when he swings in a wide arc looks behind him to see the guy coming up with a spear from behind. Even when he shield hits the guy before that he trys to get up but slips in the mud at 1:32 and gets hit with his wide arc slice....the attention to detail is pretty insane. So historically accurate no lol but combat wise spot on I reckon.
Fantastic Battle Scene. As much as I love Tyler Bates' original score for the first 300, Tom Holkenborg nailed it on its head with this movie. Love his score resume. Not just his DC productions with Zack Snyder, but also Mad Max: Fury Road, Divergent, and others. Holkenborg is awesome. Hope he does the score to Rebel Moon!
It is nice to see the difference between the spartan battle style and greek battle style reflected in the movie. The Spartans, more professional, effective and with more finer movements, a reflection of their dedication to train and to be best prepared for war. Spartans were recognized for their ability for combat. On the other side the greeks, more chaotic, with more harsh movements, but at the same time just as brave as the spartans. Those details make this movie great.
In the language of Halo. The Athenians are technically ODST. Lesser in strength and prowess than the Spartans but no less in bravery. I love me some underdog story.😂
2:41 I love how this bloody genius sees a guy wearing nothing but a helmet for protection decides to strike the helmet instead of literally anywhere else.
Leonidas: See, rumor has it, the Athenians have already turned you down, and if those philosophers and boy lovers have found that kind of nerve, then ...
What is accurate is that when the Spartans arrived late to the battlefield… Even they were impressed by the victory. Which is saying a lot as the Spartans and Athenians had always thought poorly of one another. Also let’s not forget the small Polis of Plataea that sent 1000 hoplites. Every available soldier they had.
Coming from someone who spars often with various weapons, there is nothing more satisfying than ramming my shield edge into someones beltline. Is it practical? God no, its such an easy move to read and avoid but when it works? Oh man.
And i guess pulling off a shield slam to the mid section would be something someone with a spesr wouldn't expect?? Especially since they guys is throwing his weight forwards as he's about to thrust....so I guess not only is that worse for the spear user but it's gonna make your shield hit alot worse for him...could you break someone pelvis doing that?
They also say that the Greeks attacked after the ships unloaded. In actuality, both armies just stared at each other for days until the Persians LOADED their ships to invade Athens. The Greeks only attacked the forces that were left behind.
William Susanto Actually Greek Infantries were equiped with helmet, breastplate, leg protector along with large round bronze shield with 2.4 meter long spear and were among the heaviest infantries of the ancient world.
It's a decent sized shield. Mine is bigger, (yes, I have a shield, don't ask why) but it's also from the Norse era not the Greek one. Mine is also much more maneuverable than the Greek one, since it only has one handle in the middle. Makes it more offense capable, not just defense.
The 300 movies can (imo) probably be best described by an interaction between Gerard Butler and Zack Snyder after Butler's famous take of "THIS IS SPARTA!" Butler: "That was too much, wasn't it?" Snyder: "Yeah, but it was awesome!"
Reality: Armor was worn because it could offer additional protection against stabs, and superb protection against slashes. This movie: Well, hold on a second...
I feel bad for that dude at 2:16. He was probably just the water boy, handing out bottles of water, or collecting the laundry, or maybe his bucket was full of bread to feed his friends. He didn't have to die.
Well, the part they got correct was the charge. The Athenians did charge the Persians on the beach which was completely unheard of for heavily armored Hoplites. It took the Persians completely by surprise. All of their cavalry were still on the ships and they had not unloaded their entire army yet. Was a complete Greek victory.
@@Wisdomisgood448 the battle of thermopylae and marathon but it doesn't get anything historically right, it's mostly fantasy Except, like as you said before the charge and that's it
@@mrdemiurge7680 This battle is not the Battle of Thermopylae. This is the battle of Marathon...Which the Spartan's did not take part in. They showed up late to the party. The Athenians are the ones who drew up along the beach and charged straight into the Persian's. They didn't do a slow advance as Hoplites in Heavy armor usually do. Of course there are fantasy elements in this video (no armor?) - but there are portions that are correct. Like the Greek charge which is not how Hoplites fought traditionally.
This is nowhere close to how the Athenians defeated the Persians at Marathon but this scene is still great and it can serve as a tribute to the real battle that took place 2500 years ago ...
“War educates the senses, calls into action the will, perfects the physical constitution, brings men into such swift and close collision in critical moments that man measures man.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Other Athenians: “We should bolster our defense and wait for the enemies to attack because we have high walls and protection of the Gods” Themistocles: We Yeet!
Just finished reading 'The Gates of Athens' by Conn Iggulden which focuses on the Battle of Marathon and also the Spartans battle at Thermopylae (300 movie). He's an amazing writer. Highly recommend all his books, but this one especially if you're interested in the Greeks and these battles.
"He gives the Persian a taste of Athenian shock combat" gave me the biggest chills ever.
and the truth is that the athenians was fighting like that, they wasnt tactical like spartans.
@@v_for_2191 the opposite
Well, at least Queen Gorgo was willing to give the Athenians credit. Of course, Dillos does the same thing in the original film, somewhat.
It was shock combat! The Greek phalanx was heavy shock infantry. 'Cept unlike in the scene they fought in densely packed formations mowing over their opponents.
The CGI blood may be abit silly....but those counters and sword strikes he's doing at 1:20-1:45 are realistic i think.
Smart to duck on an angle and drop the rim of your shield into his pelvis instead of just dodging It entirely...the momentum from him forward thrusting and meeting his shield at the same time probably shattered his pelvis...it looked like he was going for a neck or face stab aswell.
And how he constantly has his shield up on his blind side and when he swings in a wide arc looks behind him to see the guy coming up with a spear from behind.
Even when he shield hits the guy before that he trys to get up but slips in the mud at 1:32 and gets hit with his wide arc slice....the attention to detail is pretty insane.
So historically accurate no lol but combat wise spot on I reckon.
Look at this. No smartphones, no tablets .
Just people living in the moment.
Hmmm
At the seashore, getting fresh air and exercise -- they are living their best life!
@Gregory Emmanuel Trust me on this, for your lack of understanding of sarcasm, and taking things overly way too serious, you are about to be wrecked by soon coming comments.
Good luck.
that made me laugh
@Gregory Emmanuel idiots fckin simpleton use ur brain
"Video games is the cause of violence"
People when video games doesn't exist:
Like coc
Here it's kill to win and there pay to
This WAS video games
that’s wrong video game it just for entertainment the problem is that people can not tell what’s real or fake
@Arturo zenteno true I think it depends on how often one plays video games and if the person even knows morals after playing violent games or maybe their being abused and the games fuel their rage to hurt or kill.
I don't know why but Themistocles' entrance gives me chills. Him running to battle with that lightning behind him it's just epic.
Fun fact: in the actual battle despite being outnumbered 3 - 1, the Athenians altered their battle formations but removing the support in the middle to stretch out the lines, making them equal in length to the vastly more numerous Persian army. They also put all their best soldiers on the flanks, meaning when the Persians focused their strength in the weak middle, the Athenians cut down the flanks and managed to encircle on 3 sides an enemy that nearly tripled theirs in number
Aren't there any problems in the world to solve as you are writing a real battle analysis that too in the comment section of a fictional movie scene, Jesus.
@@ayanfaisal3478 the world is perfect
@@ayanfaisal3478 and what problems of the world did you solve? 😂😂😂
@@sweatyalbama8663 good question
@@sweatyalbama8663 lmao oooo burned
The balls on these guys to be fighting without any armor... Instead of Themistocles this dude should've been named TheTesticles
The Spartans did wear armor.
@@NJPCofficial they wore helmets,nice try
@@zachporter8864 In the film they inaccurately did not. However, in modern history, historians believe that the Spartan Hoplites that are the so called “300” depicted in this film did in fact wear heavy bronze chest-plates, which were layered in multiple different types of fabrics as well. This armor faired especially well during this battle, as it was durable, and strong. Xerxes “Immortals” did not fair well against the armor clad Spartan soldiers, as the “Immortals” were clad in light fabrics, with some light form of chainmail underneath. However, this chainmail was easily breached by the Spartans spears during their phalanx.
@@NJPCofficial KNOWLEDGE
@@MegamanTheSecond Hahaha
10 years after this, I'm still hoping for a third movie. So Badass
Alexander the Great.
@@kgm4556 yeah this is literally the sequel
@@indra-ty9iz Has to be right? Would be sick as hell.
@@kgm4556 i mean the movie about Alexander can be a sequel of 300 saga
@@indra-ty9iz Yeah, I agree.
When a Level 100 enters a lobby filled with Level 1s....
The balance combat server tier algorithm needs some adjusting.
Thats how sparta works
Holly shieet
@@degaysteved.7932 but those guys in silver armor and in blue capes are Trojans.
@@dr.robotico8500 there athenens (athens)
"his men called him....Themistocles"
yeah, because that's his name
Actually, it was Miltiades.
@@eaterofworlds675 What? I thought they're separate historical figures?
@@joevenespineli6389 Yeah you are actually right, the guy probably is a bit confused cause Miltiades was actually the general of the battle while Themistocles was just present and fought in the battle as an officer probably
Yup, that was his name. And of course, the general of their army is a "little known soldier"
@@eaterofworlds675 Themistocles was assumed most likely to be a strategoi (a general) but he fought in the battle and he is the historical figure they're trying to portray in the movie so Miltiades has no relevance because he's a separate figure
Let's be honest no matter how many times we've watched this scene it never gets old and we never get tired of it
Okay, I'm not saying it's accurate, or portrays the complex political struggles and conflicts of the time.... but that music and artistic style is pretty epic
I know what you mean. And I agree, pretty epic.
Ya! And I imagine this movie wasn’t MEANT to be historically accurate. I think this movie depicts how the Greeks would have told the story, with the overpowered, brave, valiant warriors facing death without fear, slaughtering their enemies like they were nothing. Of course it’s not how it happened in history, but it’s how their legend lived.
Its a film equivalent of what spectacle fighters are to games. Not meant for realism, but meant for the spectacle (as the name suggests) and there is NOTHING wrong with that! As this scene shows us
Always keep in mind, this is all based on a comic last time I checked. So think of this more like Captain America than a documentary.
That was the point of the movie lol
Camera guy is one brave dude to follow him like that.
This joke's so overused by now that it's stale.
Actually pretty funny to think about some dude with a camquarter weaving his way through body trails to keep up with this guy.
Unfortunately he was finally killed by Themistocles.. RIP
Don't care what anyone says... such a badass scene man damn
The CGI blood may be abit silly....but those counters and sword strikes he's doing at 1:20-1:45 are realistic i think.
Smart to duck on an angle and drop the rim of your shield into his pelvis instead of just dodging It entirely...the momentum from him forward thrusting and meeting his shield at the same time probably shattered his pelvis...it looked like he was going for a neck or face stab aswell.
And how he constantly has his shield up on his blind side and when he swings in a wide arc looks behind him to see the guy coming up with a spear from behind.
Even when he shield hits the guy before that he trys to get up but slips in the mud at 1:32 and gets hit with his wide arc slice....the attention to detail is pretty insane.
So historically accurate no lol but combat wise spot on I reckon.
@@captaincrum1You wrote all of this becasue someone said the scene looks awesome? Wtf
This is still the most epic movie opening I have ever seen in theaters.
Ummmm…Saving Private Ryan?
@@jamesh6650 meh
Lord of the Rings prologue?
@@josephharrison8354 Haven't seen LOTR in theaters, which I will regret forever.
@@b1oZARDu don’t have to there will be resurface for it one day
Press: ' So how much blood was spilled in this movie?'
Director: ' Yes'
i thought i was the only one who noticed xD
For the whole Egien sea
2:41 Persian Army Logic: We are being attacked by a nearly naked dude in a helmet. Let's attack the ONE part of his body that has protection of any kind.
Vedant Naik Plus the impact of that attack would've sent the beefcake half-unconscious
Maybe he was going for his neck
Think it was a very "Scared" and hopeless swing at a superior enemy, that just so happend to contact with his helmet, Arts of war are strange to those who don't know it ;)
Not to support Hollywood logic in any way, but if your opponent is carrying a shield, you may have been trained to aim for his extremities, even if they are protected.
Vedant Naik Well he went for the head.........Like Thanos said.
"He gives the Persians a taste of Athenian shock combat".
love thus film.one love
Kinda reminds me of Normandy
@@theodorospetridis4142 And the Germans defended not attacked
General Eisenhower, he give the German a taste of an American in a shocking combat lol
@@coyotegamer1749 there also British, Canadian, Australian, French, Poland, ...
I defy anyone to not enjoy this scene. Accuracy be damned it’s epic.
Especially with the Ozzy-based music in the background.
It was sooo good in 3D with the blood and DBOX.
The CGI blood may be abit silly....but those counters and sword strikes he's doing at 1:20-1:45 are realistic i think.
Smart to duck on an angle and drop the rim of your shield into his pelvis instead of just dodging It entirely...the momentum from him forward thrusting and meeting his shield at the same time probably shattered his pelvis...it looked like he was going for a neck or face stab aswell.
And how he constantly has his shield up on his blind side and when he swings in a wide arc looks behind him to see the guy coming up with a spear from behind.
Even when he shield hits the guy before that he trys to get up but slips in the mud at 1:32 and gets hit with his wide arc slice....the attention to detail is pretty insane.
So historically accurate no lol but combat wise spot on I reckon.
Absolutely… such a badass intro 😎
It's legendary...they needed this opening after the original 300 was so good
It’s like the more time goes by the more you like this scene and appreciate for what is was
thats because movies became "woke"
Producer: how do we differentiate between spartans and Athenians without covering up those six packs.
Some Guy: Instead of wearing thongs that accentuate the thighs lets have kilts that accentuate the calfs.
Producer: great idea anything else.
Some Guy: they can wear blue capes instead of red.
Producer: Get this man a promotion.
It worked out pretty well tho
Lmao🤣🤣
Except only Themistocles and other high ranked Athenians wore blue capes. Unlike how all the Spartans wore red capes no matter the rank. I actually like the way the Athenians did it. I know this isn't historically accurate but I'm just saying. I like that only an Athenian general and few other high ranking Athenians were the only ones allowed to wear the blue capes. It makes sense. I just think that it's cool is all.
@@MisterUnknown707 Yeah but It's nice for all your soldiers to look swag and colorful in a phalanx.
Boy's 90% of day dreams is spent imagining themselves into these situations
No matter how many times I watch this, I can't get enough of it!
"and who is the architect of this mad strategy?"
I can't wait to use that quote
People need to understand that the 300 films are based off comics, not exact historical accuracy. The film makers wanted to depict 300 like a Greek legend ( which idolized physical fitness ) so that’s why you see all these body builder looking Greek warriors. I think they did a fantastic job with the films. A 100% historically accurate film would be a little boring in my opinion.
It wouldn't be boring, but i prefer this way... this movie is EXACTLY like a greek drama/tragedy with cathartic moments like this, that's why it fits so much..
Bro read the gates of fire, the tides of war and the afghan campaign, all written by Steven pressfield. A historical drama series based on these events would be an epic akin to Band of Brothers
So true
If you think sticking to historical accuarcy is boring, i suggest actually reading about some of these battles. That being said i do like the movies for what they are.
I was happy until you said historical accuracy would be boring .You lose , sir .
I think 2021 needs a new 300 like movie. We deserve it honestly.
In Serbia we have our 300 in `99 on Kosare! and NATO was acting Xerexes ! shity asses !
It wasn't the rain that turned the ground to mud
It was those dammed Persian's blood
Agent Washington Oof
yeah because their blood has the consistency of mud, apparently.
Its only in call of duty that you can apply your hatred .. in real Life you are a small lamb
that's a lot of wine
If you look closely at the Persians getting cut down there are no slash marks lol instead just a gigantic pool of blood spews everywhere to cover that lol what a low budget movie
Owen Buckner read the bible so u can understand😑😑
got ruined by 3d..... all that blood was made like that for 3d effects
Yea. Actually, ancient Greek blades had fake blood dispensers that would spew ketchup on their terrified enemies.
Don Lum suppose to look like that its based on comic books
I like how the video stops at 3:00
Like300
and yet 3 minutes is 180 seconds
Erich Von Manstein just a little
Even in the movie it starts at 3: 00
And you have 300 likes !!
Thanks u save me
The fighting in this is actually way better than the first movie, smooth choreography and well-timed visuals.
Well yes, but actually no
@@yougetonthathorseyougottar6126 that blood looks like jello.
I disagree personally, here it looks a little over stylized. The first movie was stylized but still seemed within the realm of possible but highly unlikely
Eh the cgi blood ruins alot of it and the choreography is good but i just liked the way the 1st one looked
The CGI blood may be abit silly....but those counters and sword strikes he's doing at 1:20-1:45 are realistic i think.
Smart to duck on an angle and drop the rim of your shield into his pelvis instead of just dodging It entirely...the momentum from him forward thrusting and meeting his shield at the same time probably shattered his pelvis...it looked like he was going for a neck or face stab aswell.
And how he constantly has his shield up on his blind side and when he swings in a wide arc looks behind him to see the guy coming up with a spear from behind.
Even when he shield hits the guy before that he trys to get up but slips in the mud at 1:32 and gets hit with his wide arc slice....the attention to detail is pretty insane.
So historically accurate no lol but combat wise spot on I reckon.
I have never seen a battle so unique such as this! Very amazing scene!
After Leonidas died, they still haven’t learnt the most important thing.
*wear body armor*
Dafish this was before he died
Touchii oh sorry lol
They actually wore body armor but the movie is sooooo inaccurate
they wore body armour
but i dont know why they didnt in this movie
maybe its the potrayal of the bold bravery of greece
they have a Gym Sponsor so...
I watched this in cinema in 2014.
That was the best 3D experience ever.
'When you surround an army, leave an outlet free.
Do not press a desperate foe too hard'
sun-tzu the Art of War.
Fantastic Battle Scene. As much as I love Tyler Bates' original score for the first 300, Tom Holkenborg nailed it on its head with this movie. Love his score resume. Not just his DC productions with Zack Snyder, but also Mad Max: Fury Road, Divergent, and others. Holkenborg is awesome. Hope he does the score to Rebel Moon!
He adds such 'weight' to the music, it's incredible!
1:13
I never knew Mickey Mouse fought with the Spartans
Lol
they Are Athenians but Good Joke Anyways
@@monsterxzero hey we know who they are enjoy the joke buddy we didn't ask for encyclopaedia
@@shonevarghese3051 Didn't I Say It Was Good Joke?
@@monsterxzero such words are unnecessary smarty pants .....we already knows who are Athenians it's like you are pointing them as if you created them
"Athenian shock combat"
Phalanx heavy infantry tactics: Am I a joke to you?
This romanticised version of Themistocles was a total badass, you have to admit 👌
That moment when you're an Athenian watching this 🇬🇷💙
Sigma?
@@MegaHELLRAISER01 Prosesche?
@@OBryanAguiar isvoli!
This was just like Euro 2004. When they did the shock attack
I love how they make something as basic as "rush your opponent when they aren't ready" as master strategy he created
Teacher: Okay class today we're going to learning about Greece.
Girls: Ugh the beaches there are so beautiful!
Boys: 0:22
"He gave the Persian a tatse of Athenian shock combat"
Themistocles: *serves the whole meal*
An accurate description of siblings when mum says "who wants the last slice of pizza"
Testicles
Where pee is stored
Family guy references
That name is on assassins creed odyssey
sean lasa Testikles😂😂
Not to mention he fked Artimisia
That's slow motion closeup of the house eye always make me laugh 😂
This opening always makes me so energized and ready for working out!
It is nice to see the difference between the spartan battle style and greek battle style reflected in the movie.
The Spartans, more professional, effective and with more finer movements, a reflection of their dedication to train and to be best prepared for war. Spartans were recognized for their ability for combat.
On the other side the greeks, more chaotic, with more harsh movements, but at the same time just as brave as the spartans. Those details make this movie great.
In the language of Halo. The Athenians are technically ODST. Lesser in strength and prowess than the Spartans but no less in bravery. I love me some underdog story.😂
*Anti-Refugee policies taken to another level*
To the reasonable level
I'm sure those refugees are harder than you'll ever be they will take your mother right in front of you and you wouldn't do a damn thing
@@keithcalvosa5894 Okay "Keith."
You call an invading army 3 times the size of the population it's trying to capitulate ''refugees''?
One of the top three best fighting sequence from the 300 series of movie.
2:41 I love how this bloody genius sees a guy wearing nothing but a helmet for protection decides to strike the helmet instead of literally anywhere else.
You can conquer any enemy if you will have no fear within yourself. The Marathon crushed the Persian intrusion. Excellent first win strategy.
Leonidas: See, rumor has it, the Athenians have already turned you down, and if those philosophers and boy lovers
have found that kind of nerve, then ...
For all the historical inaccuracies of this and 300, both are fantastic movies
What is accurate is that when the Spartans arrived late to the battlefield… Even they were impressed by the victory. Which is saying a lot as the Spartans and Athenians had always thought poorly of one another. Also let’s not forget the small Polis of Plataea that sent 1000 hoplites. Every available soldier they had.
2:30 this is the best part when the music kicks in 🙌🏾🔥 we need more movies like this
shock combat, the art of surprise and overwhelm with shock troops ramming any front lines, and the infantry slaughtering the stunned
To be honest we need another sequel of this film
And who is the Architect of this mad strategy ...
A little known Athenian soldier ...
His men call him ...
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"MILTIADES"
I know, right? Themistocles is the one behind the Battle of Salamis
Finally a man of culture
Miltiades doesn't roll off the tongue like Themistocles does.
@@armoredangel01 Themistocles did fight at the Battle of Marathon, but Miltiades was in command and it was his tactics that insured their victory.
It was already incorrect at "A little known soldier" - Miltiades and Themistocles were both generals in the Battle of Marathon ;)
Say what you will about the movie, but you've gotta admit the music is brilliant.
If that doesnt gives you chills all over you no man.
Coming from someone who spars often with various weapons, there is nothing more satisfying than ramming my shield edge into someones beltline. Is it practical? God no, its such an easy move to read and avoid but when it works? Oh man.
And i guess pulling off a shield slam to the mid section would be something someone with a spesr wouldn't expect?? Especially since they guys is throwing his weight forwards as he's about to thrust....so I guess not only is that worse for the spear user but it's gonna make your shield hit alot worse for him...could you break someone pelvis doing that?
THE MIND BEHIND THIS STRATEGY WAS MILTIADES !!!!!
Loved this movie when it came out still one of the best movies of all time👍🏽🛡🗡
bruh
@@wolfy1178 What is it, boy?
2:41 "Ok, let's do this. You've got one free strike; make it count ..."
Cuts dude throat at 1:21 - spins outta frame... Comes back in to get a chest cut...
Legendary.
It was ever about the realism, it's about the legend!
2:35 Damn, That horse brutally squished that face
Themystocles was not in command at Marathon. It was an another great commander named « Miltiade ».
Technically the movie gets away with it by mentioning that themistocles was a soldier during the battle of Marathon.
Guillaume Juvigny everyone is an expert about things that happened thousands of years ago
Your mother, my homework's done. Make me a sandwich.
They also say that the Greeks attacked after the ships unloaded. In actuality, both armies just stared at each other for days until the Persians LOADED their ships to invade Athens. The Greeks only attacked the forces that were left behind.
Guillaume Juvigny well u have really done your homework haven't you
This film was freaking amazing
The Spartans gained a new level of respect for the Athenians when they saw the battlefield afterwards
Great film. Visually superior than 300. Most of the battles take place at sea. Kept the whole film interesting.
some parts really look as a painting wow. stylisch action done right ( 1:23 & 2:23 ). Too bad the blood is overdone.
they did that for the 3D effects as it was largely promoted for 3D screens
Not a single drop of blood on that blue cloak.... Mr clean approves.
wheres our armor?
- its all went into the big ass shield.
I know they probably to heavy since the shield is buff so they rather just shield no armor. To heavy probably if both
it's fastened in the forearm so it doesn't feel heavy since the weight is well distributed...hollywood logic=armor is for the weak haha
William Susanto Actually Greek Infantries were equiped with helmet, breastplate, leg protector along with large round bronze shield with 2.4 meter long spear and were among the heaviest infantries of the ancient world.
It's a decent sized shield. Mine is bigger, (yes, I have a shield, don't ask why) but it's also from the Norse era not the Greek one. Mine is also much more maneuverable than the Greek one, since it only has one handle in the middle. Makes it more offense capable, not just defense.
Why are they bare chested
Greek 🇬🇷 history Always makes for excellent movies❤️❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍
Historicly accurate greek phalanx combat!
THIS FILM IS SO BADASS I LOVE IT
I like how he keeps placing his shield on his blind side, every time he strikes, Greek combat movement style is so fascinating
We are Europe We all need to stand up
The camera guy and team made these miracles.
this shock combat isn't unthinkable at all. it's brilliant!
Friend: how is your sword skill so freaking good??
Me: 300.
This is art and it doesn't have to realistic
Both movies are epicly done Damn
ATHENIAN SHOCK COMBAT - The way she says it.. Sooo powerful. Lena has a powerful voice.
This makes me wanna conquer a country
Girls in Greece: Getting tanned at the beach
Me and my Bois:
You and your Bois: Greek luv
2:00 “Hey look, a spear, I shall charge into it!”
2:42.
THIS IS ALWAYS WHY YOU WEAR A HELMET IN BATTLE. Don't be one of those idiots who just tosses it aside.
The 300 movies can (imo) probably be best described by an interaction between Gerard Butler and Zack Snyder after Butler's famous take of "THIS IS SPARTA!"
Butler: "That was too much, wasn't it?"
Snyder: "Yeah, but it was awesome!"
I felt in love with artistic style of these movies. I prefer the first one though
they attacc
they attacc
they protec
but most impostantly:
they make the persians go bacc
they attacc
they protec
but most impostantly:
they make the persians go bacc
That's not how blood works.
Aidan Koh watch doctors video than
They made the blood like this on purpose lol
In smash brothers when your character name is chanted. Themistocles....Themistocles!!! 🔥
Reality: Armor was worn because it could offer additional protection against stabs, and superb protection against slashes.
This movie: Well, hold on a second...
I feel bad for that dude at 2:16.
He was probably just the water boy, handing out bottles of water, or collecting the laundry, or maybe his bucket was full of bread to feed his friends.
He didn't have to die.
At least he had the right mind 2 try run away gotta give him props for that
Well, the part they got correct was the charge. The Athenians did charge the Persians on the beach which was completely unheard of for heavily armored Hoplites. It took the Persians completely by surprise. All of their cavalry were still on the ships and they had not unloaded their entire army yet. Was a complete Greek victory.
You know this is based on a comic book right
@@mrdemiurge7680 what's the comic book based off of?
@@Wisdomisgood448 the battle of thermopylae and marathon but it doesn't get anything historically right, it's mostly fantasy
Except, like as you said before the charge and that's it
@@mrdemiurge7680 This battle is not the Battle of Thermopylae. This is the battle of Marathon...Which the Spartan's did not take part in. They showed up late to the party.
The Athenians are the ones who drew up along the beach and charged straight into the Persian's. They didn't do a slow advance as Hoplites in Heavy armor usually do. Of course there are fantasy elements in this video (no armor?) - but there are portions that are correct. Like the Greek charge which is not how Hoplites fought traditionally.
@@Wisdomisgood448 I wasn't just talking about this movie I was talking about the original movie as well
This is nowhere close to how the Athenians defeated the Persians at Marathon but this scene is still great and it can serve as a tribute to the real battle that took place 2500 years ago ...
As how much the world is trying to turn men into women or weak men, i rather live the movie how it is.
“War educates the senses, calls into action the will, perfects the physical constitution, brings men into such swift and close collision in critical moments that man measures man.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Other Athenians: “We should bolster our defense and wait for the enemies to attack because we have high walls and protection of the Gods”
Themistocles: We Yeet!
Just finished reading 'The Gates of Athens' by Conn Iggulden which focuses on the Battle of Marathon and also the Spartans battle at Thermopylae (300 movie).
He's an amazing writer. Highly recommend all his books, but this one especially if you're interested in the Greeks and these battles.