The film retells the Battle of Thermopylae between the Spartans and the Persians. The quote “This is Sparta!” is famously uttered by Gerard Butler, who portrays King Leonidas as he kicks a Persian messenger into a well.
The quote “Good morning, and in case I don't see ya, good afternoon, good evening, and good night!” is a greeting that Truman uses throughout the show to acknowledge the audience.