Spartan(2004)

"Don't you teach 'em knife fighting. Teach 'em to kill." — Scott

: Unlike typical action heroes, Bobby Scott is portrayed as a "government-made sociopath"—a stoic professional who prioritizes following orders until the corruption becomes undeniable. Thematic Elements Spartan(2004)

: Just as the mission seems to reach a conclusion, Scott discovers a deeper, more corrupt political conspiracy that makes his own government his primary obstacle. "Don't you teach 'em knife fighting

David Mamet's Spartan was released five months before Michael Mann's Collateral and they have a lot in common: each a tight, well- The-Solute Spartan (2004) - Val Kilmer as Scott - IMDb David Mamet's Spartan was released five months before

: A recurring theme is the "scale of corruption," suggesting that the individual is often a pawn in a much larger, darker political game. Notable Quotes

"I am here to get the girl back, sir. And there is nothing I will not do to get the girl back." — Scott The Cadences of Ownage: SPARTAN (2004) - The-Solute

: The film features Mamet’s signature stylized, rhythmic dialogue, which emphasizes precision and jargon over emotional fluff.