Modern Slavery (2009)

Modern Slavery Poster
Original Title: Moderne slaveri

There's 27 million slaves in the world today. We find them in the sex industry, as child soldiers, as unpaid housekeepers and in production and as shop workers. We have all a responsibility for this.

Introduction
"Modern Slavery", released in 2009, is a thought-provoking documentary film that thrusts the audience into the harrowing reality of human trafficking and modern-day slavery. Directed by Thomas Wallner, the film is an eye-opening journey into this terrible element of modern life, shedding light on the intricacies of this worldwide issue which is frequently reduced from spotlight.

Modern Slavery: An In-depth Exploration
The film distinctly focuses on 2 starkly contrasting worlds in the global human trafficking network. Among the areas is Sadashiv Peth in Pune, India, where countless women and children are held in financial obligation chains and are persuaded into sex work. The other area remains in the yard of European upper class, where unlawful immigrants and trafficked individuals from Eastern Europe offer cheap, exploited labor.

Uneasy Truths and Real Stories
Interviews with victims, traffickers, and activists form the backbone of the story, using an unflinching take a look at the truths of this private market. The film presents heart-wrenching testimonials from survivors of trafficking, who expose the ruthless conditions they have actually endured. Together with the individual stories of victims, Wallner explores the criminal networks and corrupted organizations that drive and sustain human trafficking.

Challenging the Status Quo
Wallner presents his audience with unpleasant facts about the topic. He takes a challenging and often confrontational approach to the subject, requiring that audiences question their own complicity in this modern-day type of slavery. Whether it's through acquiring inexpensive products made through exploited labor, or turning a blind eye to the exploitation occurring in our societies, the movie recommends that everybody has a part to play in resolving this concern.

Efforts Towards Eradication
While the documentary paints a distressing picture of modern-day slavery, it also showcases the relentless efforts and efforts carried out by companies and individuals to remove it. The movie depicts the commendable work carried out by charities, non-profit companies, law enforcement agencies, and a host of brave individuals fighting versus this atrocity.

Conclusion
"Modern Slavery" challenges the story that slavery is a thing of the past. Despite its release in 2009, the movie's plain portrayal of human trafficking continues to resonate today. By exposing the depth of this worldwide problem, it invites audiences to review their own possible participation and motivates them to enter into the option. Wallner's "Modern Slavery" is a powerful suggestion that although this covert type of slavery is flourishing in the shadows of our modern-day society, it can be given an end if collective actions are taken.

Top Cast

  • Noam Chomsky (small)
    Noam Chomsky
  • Bob Geldof (small)
    Bob Geldof
  • Joseph Stiglitz (small)
    Joseph Stiglitz
  • Somaly Mam
  • Supriyah Awasthi
  • Kevin Bales
  • Jan Egeland (small)
    Jan Egeland
  • Johan Galtung