About Manhunt (HBO)

Manhunt is a 2013 HBO documentary film directed by Greg Barker. The film provides an in-depth, insider’s account of the CIA's decade-long hunt for Osama bin Laden. It features interviews with many key players including CIA analysts, operative and higher-ranking officials. The detailed plot takes the viewer through the chronological sequence of events, from the 9/11 attacks, to the investigation and finally to the successful mission that led to Bin Laden's death.

Making / Production

The film was produced by John Battsek and Greg Barker and took great pains to secure interviews with key individuals involved in the tracking and eventual killing of Osama bin Laden. Great attention to authenticity and detail was maintained throughout the production phase to provide a true portrayal of events.

Actors

• Nada Bakos played herself, a targeting officer of the CIA. She received praised for her dedicated and nuanced performance.
• Cindy Storer also played herself, an intelligence analyst for the CIA. Her portrayal was lauded for bringing a real sense of the meticulous nature of intelligence work.
• Marty Martin played himself, the chief of operations. He portrayed his character with serious professionalism.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The movie is based on real-life events and people.
• A good part of the movie was shot using actual locations to provide a greater level of authenticity.
• Many of the participants spoke out for the first time in this documentary.

Quotes

• "Failure is a function of trying; we had to learn to fail, but fail quickly." - Marty Martin
• "Every waking hour, that's what I thought about...where was this man?" - Nada Bakos

Music, Soundtrack

• The intense and gripping soundtrack was created by Philip Sheppard.
• It was carefully curated to match the film's tone and enhance the viewing experience.