[Dylflon]

I had a discussion with one of my arts professors about this film. He was troubled that this kind of movie would be released at this specific time in history with the current world events that are going on and whatnot.

I think his specific problem was he thought the Spartans were supposed to represent America (since this is an American film I guess?) fighting the evil brown guys and that this was something released to encourage young men to enlist.

I totally don't see it that way. Considering the Persians are an imperialist force, the Americans could be just as easily likened to them.