"300: Rise of an Empire" is a 2014 action film directed by Noam Murro. It serves as a prequel and sequel to the 2006 film "300," focusing on the naval battle of Salamis during the Greco-Persian Wars. The story follows Themistocles, an Athenian general, as he leads his forces against the invading Persian navy commanded by Xerxes and Artemisia. The film showcases intense battle sequences and explores themes of honor, sacrifice, and the struggle for freedom. It features a blend of historical events and stylized action, similar to its predecessor, while highlighting the importance of naval warfare in ancient Greece.