The film itself looks fantastic, awash in a red-sepia tone that dominates everything. Although you will have seen many action films set during a point of time in history (this one’s set in 480 BC), there is plenty in here to keep your attention from start to finish.

If you suffered from a 300 hangover long enough to lust for another round of some exotic imagery and blood curling sword fights then Rise of the Empire is the prime ticket this weekend.

The film exhibits a substantially better story-line, great performances from the cast, a slew of familiar faces from the first film and obviously excellent visuals.

A visually-stunning film that is definitely worth-watching. Though it’s not as good as its predecessor, it’s still an entertaining movie. Action movie fans, in particular, are bound to enjoy this flick.

It’s all extravagantly daft, moves at a fair clip and is over before you expect it to be .

A little lower on the testosterone quotient and more stylish than the first, the sequel doesn’t disappoint. Watch it and then probably read about the real battle of Artemisium.