The Other 300: Army of Lovers
The Other 300: Army of Lovers

Movie·2025·1h 27m

The Other 300: Army of Lovers

Directed By

Lefteris Charitos

Country

Greece

Language

English

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The Story

A documentary that brings to light the extraordinary story of the Sacred Band of Thebes – an elite military unit composed of 150 pairs of male lovers that became one of the most formidable forces of the ancient world. It delves into the history of this little-known chapter of classical antiquity through forensic archaeology, rare archival material, ancient art, and animation. It explores how the Sacred Band rose to prominence, met its tragic end, and continues to resonate in modern discussions of identity, heroism, and love.

Producer

Dieter Pochlatko, Rea Apostolides

Editor

Yuri Averof

Themes

greeceinterviewlgbtarcheologymasculinitysoldiersantiquitydocumentaryhistorical documentary

Production House

ZDF/Arte
ORF
ERT
Epo-Film
Anemon Productions

Audience Score

80%

1 votes

Skip6%
Timepass14%
Go for it36%
Perfection44%

Where to watch

Region: CA

Free

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// cast

Cast

Jean-Marc Barr

Jean-Marc Barr

Narrator (voice over)

// crew

Crew

Lefteris Charitos

Lefteris Charitos

Director

Dieter Pochlatko

Producer

Rea Apostolides

Producer

Yuri Averof

Producer

Yuri Averof

Editor

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