I saw a preview for the movie 300 not too long ago. Being a history major, with a concentration on ancient, with an affinity for the Greeks of the time, I was naturally intrigued. And so, I looked into the background and making of the movie.

And lo, 300, the movie, is an adaptation of Frank Miller's five part graphic novel of the same title. Frank Miller's 300 (the graphic novel) received acclaim and awards, including three Eisner awards in 1999, the year after publish. And no doubt, Miller's (Sin City) gritty, dark style will play heavily on the movie, bringing the gritty and dark story an interesting depth.

But from where did Miller pull inspiration for his graphic novel? From the ancient historians? Nope. As a young child, Miller watched a 1962 Rudolph Mat