New Film "City of Dreams" Aims to be a Weapon of Mass Inspiration in the War Against Child Trafficking

Aiming to be a weapon of mass inspiration in the war against child trafficking, the gripping and uplifting new movie "CITY OF DREAMS" written and directed by veteran producer Mohit Ramchandani showcases one boy's story of ultimate resilience and hope. Already critically acclaimed with a 100% critics rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the feature film hits theaters nationwide on Aug. 30 via Roadside Attractions, the studio behind Academy Award Winner "Manchester by the Sea," "Margin Call" and "Winter's Bone."

Watch the powerful trailer here. 

"There are currently 12 million children enslaved around the world today. This is a story of one boy who had the courage to fight back - not only for his freedom but for the freedom of the other children who were held captive," stated Ramchandani.

"CITY OF DREAMS" shines a bright light on the dark shadows of the $150B child trafficking industry, the fastest-growing criminal enterprise in the world. It follows Jesús, a young Mexican boy whose dreams of becoming a soccer star are shattered when he's trafficked across the border and sold to a sweatshop making fast fashion in downtown Los Angeles. Thrust into a world of exploitation and despair, he's forced to adhere to the grueling work schedule dictated by El Jefe, a boss who promises freedom for those who complete their quotas. Despite Jesús' hellish existence, he finds solace in Elena, a girl who was similarly betrayed and sold into slavery. When she goes missing and another co-worker Carlitos is severely beaten, Jesus realizes that the only way to save himself and the others is to fight back, even if it costs him his life.

"While 'Sound of Freedom' shined the spotlight on trafficking abroad, 'CITY OF DREAMS' uncovers the trafficking happening right here in America," says Producer Sean Wolfington.

"This incredible story will inspire everyone who sees it to join the fight for the freedom of these innocent kids," adds Executive Producer Paul Lauer, known for his groundbreaking marketing campaigns for inspirational films like "Passion of the Christ," "Narnia," "Son of God," "The Shack," and "Just Mercy." "We hope this movie becomes a movement."

The film stars Jason Patric, Renata Vaca, and newcomer child actor Ari Lopez, who delivers a breakout performance, and features Alfredo Castro, Paulina Gaitan, Francisco Denis and the Golden Globe Nominated Lead Actor of "Babylon," Diego Calva. The film touts an impressive team of producers, including New York Times best-selling author and speaker Tony Robbins, award-winning singer-song-writer Linda Perry ("Beautiful"), Academy Award Winning producer Michael Phillips, Academy Award nominated actress Yalitza Aparicio ("Roma"), Jon Graham, Sean Wolfington ("Sound of Freedom"), Luis Mandoki ("Message in a Bottle," "Angel Eyes"), Michael Phillips ("Taxi Driver," "Close Encounters," "The Sting"), and Paul Lauer ("Passion of the Christ," "Narnia," "The Shack").

"This is a heroic thriller, it will keep you on the edge of your seat all the way through, and more importantly it will shine a light on the crisis that's happening to our children in this country, and all around the world," commented Executive Producer Tony Robbins.

"This incredible story will inspire everyone who sees it to join the fight for the freedom of these innocent kids," adds Executive Producer Michael Phillips, known for "Taxi Driver," "The Sting" and "Close Encounters of The Third Kind."

For more information, please visit:

Website: www.CityofDreamsMovie.com 

Press Room: https://www.roadsideattractionspublicity.com/filmography/city-of-dreams 

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=liiQk1z5gYg 

Spanish Trailer: https://youtu.be/r4LwaVt3IoU?si=quFoFWnWSYOjnrnY

 

 

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