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Deep Dive: The Abolitionists (2016)

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The Abolitionists
The Abolitionists is a documentary film directed by Darrin Fletcher and Chet Thomas, focusing on a sting mission in Colombia aimed at combating child sex trafficking. The film follows Tim Ballard, a former U.S. Homeland Security Special Agent, as he leads the Operation Underground Railroad jump team in their efforts to rescue children from exploitation. Originally conceived as a reality television series, the project evolved into a feature film during the editing of its first episode. The film premiered on May 16, 2016, in over 450 theaters, reflecting a significant interest in the pressing human rights issue of child sex trafficking.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Tim Ballard and his mission against child sex trafficking.
  • •See the sting operation conducted in Colombia.
  • •Follow the evolution from a TV series to a feature film.

Did You Know

•The film had a one-night premiere on May 16, 2016, at over 450 theaters.
•Tim Ballard, the film's central figure, is a former U.S. Homeland Security Special Agent.
•The documentary was initially developed as a reality television series.

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Human rights advocatesDocumentary enthusiastsCrime prevention supporters