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Features: DVD, Aspect Ratio 1.85:1, Dolby Digital (5.1)
It's not paranoia if they're really after you. Will Smith (Men in Black) stars as attorney Robert Clayton Dean, a man at the center of a high-stakes pursuit when he inadvertently comes into possession of secret information implicating corrupt officials within the government. Academy Award®-winner Gene Hackman (The French Connection, Unforgiven) plays a mysterious information broker who comes to Smith's aid in this dynamite thriller.
Editor's Note
Robert Dean (Will Smith) is a labor lawyer who is unknowingly in possession of evidence related to a serious politically motivated crime. Government agents eager to hide their guilt believe that Dean is on to them, and proceed to turn his life upside-down, ruin his reputation, and frame him for various incidents, thanks to the latest in high-tech government surveillance techniques. In an attempt to clear his name and reclaim his life, Dean teams up with the reclusive Brill (Gene Hackman), a former federal employee who has as much high-tech equipment and expertise as the government itself. Hackman's role is an extension of Harry Caul, the character he portrayed in Francis Ford Coppola's brilliant 1974 film, THE CONVERSATION. Smith scores as a man who is desperate to reclaim his identity and prove his innocence. This intense technological thrill-ride from director Tony Scott questions how much access the government should have to the communications of private citizens, and leaves the viewer with the unsettling feeling that Big Brother is definitely watching. Watch for the uncredited appearances of Jason Robards, Seth Green, Tom Sizemore, and Philip Baker Hall.
Plot Summary
In Tony Scott's ENEMY OF THE STATE, a lawyer unwittingly discovers evidence of a serious politically-motivated crime. Federal agents eager to cover up their crime proceed to turn his life upside-down and ruin his reputation, thanks to the latest in high-tech surveillance techniques. The film features various connections to Francis Ford Coppola's brilliant 1974 film, THE CONVERSATION.
| Features | Chapters Search | | Audio: English Dolby Digital 5.1, French Dolby Digital Stereo | | Widescreen Presentation | | Production Featurette | | Filmmakers Featurette | | Theatrical Trailer |
| Technical Info
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Release Information
| | Studio: Buena Vista |
| Release Date: 1/12/2007 |
| Running Time: 132 minutes |
| Original Release Date: 1998 | | Catalog ID: 16537 | | UPC: 00717951001634 | | Number of Discs: 1 |
Audio & Video
| | Original Language: English | | Available Audio Tracks: English [CC], English, French Dubbed | | Video: Color |
| Cast & Crew
| Memorable Quotes| "Why are they after me?"----Robert Dean (Will Smith)|"You have something they want."----Brill (Gene Hackman)|"I don't have anything!"----Dean|"Maybe you do and you don't know it."----Brill | | "What the hell is happening?!"----Dean|"I blew up the building."----Brill|"Why?!"----Dean|"Because you made a phone call!"----Brill | | "If you live another day, I'll be very impressed."----Brill to Dean |
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| | Professional Reviews | Rolling Stone
"...[A] dynamic thriller....[Will Smith] is sensational..." 12/10/1998 p.133Entertainment Weekly
"...A high-adrenaline action thriller....Smith is a fresh choice..." -- Rating: B 01/08/1999 p.50 USA Today
"...[A] brisk, grown-up thriller...Will Smith delivers a terrifically ingratiating performance..." -- 3 1/2 out of 4 stars 12/11/1998 p.9E New York Times
"...It has a hurtling pace, nonstop intensity, and a stylish, appealing performance by Will Smith..." 11/20/1998 p.E1 Ultimate DVD
4 stars out of 5 -- "Hackman is fantastic....[The film is] one of Scott's best." 07/01/2006 p.101 |
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| Customer Reviews | ![]() | | Cinematography |  4.5 | | Plot | 4.5 | | Acting | 4.5 | | Overall Satisfaction | 4.5 |
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5 of 5 Kick *ss Flick Friday, November 26, 1999
cappyx from Orlando, Florida
This movie was kick *ss from start to end. The action and plot never ended, demanding your attention till the end!! One of the best for '99 without a doubt:) Was this review helpful?  
5 of 5 Excellent! Saturday, October 02, 1999
scorchmon from Hendersonville, TN
This movie was superb! The chase scenes were exciting. The acting was great. The surveillance technology was interesting and posed the question of exactly how much privacy does the average citizen actually possess. The characters were also well defined and interesting. I highly recommend this film. Was this review helpful?
4 of 5 A Guys Action Movie Sunday, August 22, 1999
A Viewer from
I enjoyed it, specially with a Big Screen TV &Speakers. Was this review helpful?
4 of 5 A Really Scary movie!! Sunday, August 22, 1999
John Starks from Jacksonville , Fl
This movie was really kinda scary! It makes you ask 'Gee who's watching us right now...?' This movie makes you really think.... Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 An Awakening Of Our Government Tuesday, August 10, 1999
Garth Clark from Glendora, CA
This film will make you think about how secure your life really is. It will open your eyes to the reality of the power and influence our government has risen to. See this one for a true picture of how our lives will be unless we take away the power's of the U.S. Government. Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 Gene Hackman still has what it takes . Tuesday, July 27, 1999
osvaldorivera from Trujillo Alto., Puerto Rico
this movie believe it or not kept me on the edge of my chair all through it. I have to give Will Smith a two thumbs up for his fantastic acting performance and of course Mr. Hackman who in my opinion is one of the better acters I've seen. Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 Get this Tuesday, July 27, 1999
A Viewer from NSA Headquarters
This is one of the best movies I ever watched! Get it! Was this review helpful?
4 of 5 Strong Acting and Cinematography Help Weak Plot Monday, July 26, 1999
Chris Williams from Birmingham, Alabama
Hackman, Smith, and Voight turn in credible performances despite a somewhat far-fetched plot. Great visual and audio effects also add value to the movie, which, at times, is quite thrilling, if you can suspend your disbelief. Be warned, some 'featured' actors such as Jason Lee and Gabriel Byrne have little more than cameo appearences in this movie. Overall, this movie is above-average action fare, and deserves credit for its strong entertainment value in such a heavily-populated genre. Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 Excellent Movie Monday, July 26, 1999
A Viewer from Cedar Springs, MI
Gene Hackman does a great job! So does Will Smith. Great action definetly recommend! Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 A Must See,Hold On To Your Seat Thriller !!! Sunday, July 25, 1999
Kevin Nguyen from Dallas,Texas
I Do'nt Know If It Can Happen In Real Life But You Got To Give Them Credit For The Story. It Was Brilliantly Wrote,Directed ,And Produced.One Of My Favorite Movie Of All-Time,Best Since THE PEACEMAKER And THE X-FILES. Was this review helpful?
0 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
2 of 5 Kind of lame Saturday, July 24, 1999
vrsix from Woodland Hills, CA
So much utter bull in this movie. You can't rotate 75 degrees around anything from one still image! Instant wireframes of buildings while tracking a person inside!? This film is an insult to any intelligent person's intelligence. This movie might have been good if there were any realism to it. Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 must see Friday, July 23, 1999
dlem from Albuquerque New Mexico
This movie is one for the ages! All the technonlogy in this movie is scarry. The acting is exceptional especially Will Smith. Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 BEST Will Smith movie yet! Thursday, July 15, 1999
mnorton from Coeur d' Alene, Id
My headline says it all!
This movie is absolutely riveting. Edge of your seat wondering what , where and who..
Will Smith actually shows some versatillity in his acting in this one.
Gene Hackman as usual is a Pro! Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 BEST MOVIE OF ALL TIME Monday, June 21, 1999
Master Mind Inc. from Silicon Valley
THIS MOVIE BEATS THE HECK OUTTA PHANTOM MENACE, TRUE LIES, TERMINATOR 2, 13TH FLOOR, ANYTHING NEW AND OLD, THE BEST MOVIE OF ALL TIME IS ENEMY OF THE STATE, THE BEST ACTORS AND THE BEST PRODUCERS MAKE THIS MOVIE THE BEST THING TO WATCH EVER IN YOUR LIFE AND THATS ALL I GOTTA SAY ABOUT THAT!!!! Was this review helpful?
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