Spartan is a 2004 action thriller film directed by David Mamet and starring Val Kilmer, Derek Luke, and William H. Macy. The story follows Scott (Kilmer), a highly skilled and ruthless special operations agent who is tasked with rescuing the daughter of a high-ranking government official who has been kidnapped.
At first, Scott is determined to do whatever it takes to save the girl and bring her back safely. But as he delves deeper into the mission, he uncovers a web of corruption and political intrigue that threatens to derail his efforts. He realizes that the people he is working with may not have the best interests of the girl, or the country, at heart.
Scott must navigate a dangerous and complex web of deceit and betrayal to complete his mission, even as he faces increasing resistance from those who would rather see him fail. Along the way, he forms an unlikely partnership with a young, inexperienced agent (Luke) who is eager to prove himself and learn from Scott's expertise.
As the mission reaches its climax, Scott must confront not only his enemies but also the truth about himself and his own motivations. Will his fierce determination and unwavering commitment to duty be enough to save the girl and bring her back to safety? Or will he be forced to make a choice between his job and his conscience?
Spartan is a tense and gripping thriller that explores themes of duty, loyalty, and personal sacrifice in the murky world of government espionage and political machinations.