About Enemies of the State

"Enemies of the State" is a 2020 American documentary film directed by Sonia Kennebeck. This captivating documentary revolves around the DeHart family, who allege their son, Matthew, was coerced into confessing to pedophilia and espionage charges. It explores issues of national security, secrecy, and civil liberties, and raises questions about the narratives provided by both the government and the DeHarts.

Making / Production

The film was meticulously researched and filmed over several years, giving a thorough examination of the case from both sides. Sonia Kennebeck, in collaboration with executive producer Errol Morris, raises a lot of unanswered questions necessitating further exploration beyond the film.

Actors

• Matthew DeHart: This non-actor plays himself in the film. The subject of the story, he presents his situation as a victim of government conspiracy.
• Leann DeHart: Matthew's mother, played herself and emphasized her unconditional belief in her son's innocence.
• Paul DeHart: Matthew's father, also a non-actor, plays himself and provides a staunch defense of his son.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The documentary has sparked debate about the truth of Matthew DeHart's claims and the integrity of national security processes.
• The film was selected for the Tribeca Film Festival in 2020, but the festival was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Awards

As of now, the film has not won any known accolades.

Quotes

• "There's no way to fight this. It's not a system you can trust." - Matthew DeHart
• "This story... it's a hell of a story, but it's not a story that you can really believe, is it?" - Unidentified Interviewee

Music, Soundtrack

• The music for Enemies of the State was composed by Insa Rudolph and Max Schneider.
• The soundtrack effectively creates a mood of suspense and intrigue throughout the film.