Sound of Freedom

This feature exists because no one is talking about this horrific crime. It’s almost as if those in power in politics, business, and the news media want to hide it from the general public. It’s almost as if once the general public knows about and understands the problem, the average person will speak up and shine a light on these cockroaches. You MUST SEE this because there are children to save. Yes, I’ll admit my bias is showing through.

Now let me put on my cold, emotionless critics hat. As a movie, Sound of Freedom is powerful, almost too powerful. The ploy to trap children is too real, and the abuse they experience walks that line of being too authentic. Though not salacious in any way, the images on screen may make the weak of heart walk out.

“Caviezel is absolutely captivating.”

Caviezel is absolutely captivating. His portrayal of Tim will remind you of his role as John Reese in Person of Interest — a dangerous man with a heart of gold. In fact, the actor doesn’t exactly transform into Tim. This is a more angelic version of John Reese, subtle and understated but guided by a lofty moral imperative.

The biggest problem most people will have with Sound of Freedom is its pacing. There are practically two flicks here: the sting operation and an insane incursion into the rebel territory of Colombia. When the sting operation is done, you think it’s over, but no, there’s more to go. At two hours fifteen, it does feel long.

In my former life, I often attended conferences and listened to great orators speak on a specific subject. Sound of Freedom is almost as if you’re listening to Tim Ballard tell his incredible story of rescuing children and having it dramatized onscreen. It’s heartfelt, informative, and inspiring. Go see this movie. If you stick around for the credits, Jim Caviezel comes on screen to essentially tell you what I’m telling you now. See this film, and hopefully, this message will bring the crisis of child sex trafficking to the spotlight. It’s tough to watch, and you will fight the urge to walk out but stick with it.