Human trafficking is a worldwide problem that's been on the rise for years. Sound of Freedom, showcasing the real-life origin story of former DHS agent Tim Ballard, makes viewers face this issue.

Despite human trafficking's malignant nature, it still lacks the necessary attention from the general public. Meanwhile, human trafficking has already become more common than the illegal arms trade.

Unless something changes, it will soon outpace the drug trade, too.

Rescuing children from the clutches of monsters

Sound of Freedom features Jim Caviezel in the leading role, as he portrays Tim Ballard. Before Ballard founded anti-human trafficking organization Operation Underground Railroad, he worked for the Homeland Security Department.

While this work empowered Ballard to catch pedophiles, the children victimized by these predators and human traffickers still remained in bondage.

Sound of Freedom truly takes a turn when Caviezel's Ballard comes across Lucás Ávila's Miguel, a young boy taken by traffickers and later rescued at a port of entry into the US.

Miguel, after learning he can trust Ballard, asks him to rescue his older sister, Rocio (portrayed by Cristal Aparicio), who still remains enslaved by traffickers.

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Sound of Freedom likewise shines a light on some of the insidious tactics employed by human traffickers.

This is seen with the character Giselle, portrayed by Yessica Borroto. In the very beginning, viewers watch Borroto's Giselle luring young kids in from their parents, under the phony guise of her being a child talent recruiter.

It is because of Giselle that Miguel, Rocio, and countless other children wound up in the clutches of pedophiles and human traffickers.

Key takeaways

Sound of Freedom is a sobering film, giving viewers a critical look at how human trafficking can occur right under their noses. It also shines a light on how important it is be brave enough to help those in need and stop traffickers.

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Near the end of Sound of Freedom's first act, Ballard's boss at DHS tells him to pack up and come home, claiming the agency lacks the budget to go rescue children in Central America.

Had Ballard listened to his boss, Rocio would have remained enslaved. Furthermore, the human traffickers who authorities apprehended at the movie's end would have instead continued selling children into sex slavery.

Join the fight

Operation Underground Railroad (OUR) is a phenomenal anti-human trafficking organization. For ten years, it's remained on the frontlines in the fight against modern-day slavery.

OUR's efforts include working with law enforcement to rescue women and children, along with providing aftercare services to survivors of trafficking.

Those who wish to get involved can learn more about OUR here. Later this month, the anti-human trafficking organization will also host its annual Rise Up Get Loud concert in Utah.

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Anyone who wishes to report what they believe to be human trafficking can contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline via phone at 1 (888) 373-7888 or by text at 233733.