Not My Life
Not My Life

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Not My Life

2011
Movie
84 min
English

Not My Life comprehensively depicts the cruel and dehumanizing practices of human trafficking and modern slavery on a global scale. Filmed on five continents, in a dozen countries, Not My Life takes viewers into a world where millions of children are exploited through an astonishing array of practices including forced labor, sex tourism, sexual exploitation, and child soldiering.

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: Robyn RosenfeldtGenres: Documentary, Family

Plot Summary

This documentary explores the harrowing realities of child trafficking by following the stories of three young girls who were sold into servitude. It exposes the systemic issues and devastating impact of this practice on individuals and communities. The film aims to raise awareness and inspire action against human trafficking.

Critical Reception

Not My Life received critical acclaim for its powerful and unflinching portrayal of child trafficking. Reviewers praised its emotional impact, compelling storytelling, and the bravery of the subjects featured. It was recognized for its significant contribution to raising awareness about a critical global issue.

What Reviewers Say

  • A deeply moving and important documentary that sheds light on a difficult subject.

  • Effectively uses personal stories to highlight the global crisis of child trafficking.

  • Inspires empathy and calls for greater action against exploitation.

Google audience: Audience reception is difficult to gauge as specific Google user ratings are not widely available. However, the film's subject matter and its distribution through various educational and awareness platforms suggest a generally positive reception among those who have viewed it, often for its impactful and eye-opening content.

Fun Fact

The film was screened at the United Nations and has been used in various advocacy campaigns worldwide to combat child trafficking.

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