"I thought punishment usually came after the crime."

Is the picture of the United States, that of a "Drone State?

Hollywood summer films criticise US drone strike policies

29 July 2014 Last updated 3 September 2014

  

Many of them are action films designed to be escapist entertainment, but many also address topical themes straight out of the news.

This year some of Hollywood's most successful films - and some television shows - are taking on the debate over President Obama's use of drones.

The BBC's Tom Brook reports.

 View short video report here.