On November 7th, 2007, Priority Films, much anticipated film “Holly”, had its world premier at the United Nations headquarters in New York.
Honorary Committee members include: Susan Sarandon, Sen. Hilary Clinton, Ron Livingston, Lisa Ling, Ally Sheedy, congressman Mark Udall and others.
The movie screening was followed by a reception to benefit the Somaly Mam Foundation. The foundation which is was founded by Somaly Mam, one of the most prolific activists in the fight against sexual slavery. Solmaly herself was sold into slavery when she was only 12 years old. Once free she made it her life's mission to save and rescue victims, for which she created AFESIP. With the efforts of AFESIP more than 3,4000 women and children have been not only rescued, but rehabilitated, and reintegrated into mainstream society since 1996.
Film Trailer:
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The film which officially opened nation wide yesterday, on the the 9th of November, is a must see film that will both open your eyes to the issue of modern slavery, and incite you to act.
I will give you more on this story of this film and full review of the movie shortly.