Movie of the Week: Enemy of the State
Alexa: From the VCRs to the floppy disks to the massive flip phones, many of the technological elements in “Enemy of the State” feel dated. But its central focus – the NSA – is remarkably topical nearly 20 years later. Think about how far the digital world has advanced since this movie’s release. Its central themes of mass surveillance and the line between personal privacy and national security are perhaps more relevant than ever. But it’s also just an entertaining movie in its own right. “Enemy of the State” has all the right ingredients for a captivating suspense piece – political intrigue, ample action, compelling leads and a healthy dose of far-fetched twists and turns, made all the more gripping by its real-world implications. Its greatest weakness lies in its pacing. It could lose about 20 minutes of run time and tell just as complete a story. But overall it’s an enjoyable ride, and certainly worth revisiting as a springboard for discussion in the post-Snowden era. ...