The Other 300: Army of Lovers
Synopsis
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.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lefteris Charitos
- Screenplay & Story
- Danielle Proskar, Rea Apostolides, Yuri Averof
- Original Title
- The Other 300: Army of Lovers
- Country of Origin
- Greece, Germany, Austria, Italy
- Spoken Languages
- English, Greek
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- ZDF/Arte, ORF, ERT, Epo-Film, Anemon Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lefteris Charitos
Danielle Proskar, Rea Apostolides, Yuri Averof
Yuri Averof
Dieter Pochlatko, Rea Apostolides, Yuri Averof
Department Leadership Roster
Lefteris Charitos
Director
Dieter Pochlatko
Producer
Rea Apostolides
Producer
Yuri Averof
Producer
Yuri Averof
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What is The Other 300: Army of Lovers about?
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.
Who directed The Other 300: Army of Lovers?
The Other 300: Army of Lovers was directed by Lefteris Charitos.
Who stars in The Other 300: Army of Lovers?
The principal cast of The Other 300: Army of Lovers includes Jean-Marc Barr.
When was The Other 300: Army of Lovers released and how long is it?
The Other 300: Army of Lovers was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.