Drama,Thriller
Germany,United States of America
Trade is a 2007 crime drama film directed by Marco Kreuzpaintner. The movie follows the story of a young Mexican boy named Jorge (Cesar Ramos), whose sister Adriana (Paulina Gaitan) is abducted from the streets of Mexico City and forced into sexual slavery. Meanwhile, a Ukrainian woman named Veronica (Alicja Bachleda-Curus), who was promised a better life in America, is also kidnapped and forced into prostitution.
In Texas, Ray Sheridan (Kevin Kline), a veteran cop, discovers that his own daughter was a victim of human trafficking. Moved by the horrors of the crime, Sheridan makes a resolution to put an end to this vicious trade. When Jorge sneaks into Texas in search of his sister, Sheridan takes him under his wing and helps him track down Adriana. The search for Adriana takes them on a perilous journey from Mexico to New Jersey.
As they delve deeper into the world of human trafficking, Sheridan and Jorge discover that it is not just a local problem but a global issue. They encounter corrupt officials, brutal gangs, and shadowy criminal organizations that operate with impunity. Along the way, they team up with a helpful Vietnamese translator (Tina Huang) and a sympathetic immigration officer (Kate del Castillo) who share their determination to bring the traffickers to justice.
Trade is an intense and emotional film that sheds light on the dark realities of human trafficking. It highlights the vulnerability of young girls and women who are lured into a life of slavery and exploitation. The movie delivers a strong message about the need to fight against this heinous crime. Overall, Trade is a powerful movie that is both inspiring and heart-rending.
