Yes, very convoluted and difficult for a non-profit to get reimbursed. My hunch is that not many legitimate anti-trafficking organizations have followed through on the offer.
But let’s say they did. So we have a theater at least 70% full and those attendees are solicited during the movie to buy even more tickets for “ghost attendees.” Do you see how this creates even more revenue for Angel? It is kind of a pyramid scheme, lol.
So other than giving a few people the chance to see the movie for free, is any of the revenue from ticket sales, “ghost” ticket sales in particular, going to fund legitimate anti-trafficking organizations? I have tried to find some but have been unsuccessful. O.U.R. that you referenced above says on their website they are not receiving any money, even though they recommend people see it.
That is not their intent. They are a for profit studio. But they have created a mechanism to help the non-profit organizations raise awareness. This mechanism requires actual validation of participation before it gives the money back.
There are thousands of non-profits around the world on the frontlines fighting child trafficking and we’re giving them first priority to claim Pay it Forward tickets.
Sound of Freedom is supporting ALL non-profits that are helping fight child sex trafficking. Angel Studios’ goal is to raise global awareness,but not get in the way of solutions that can arise from that awareness.
Yes, and Pay It Forward (or buying “ghost” tickets as I call it) is a business growth strategy, not really a “fight trafficking” strategy. (Tip: you can confirm that Angel sees it as a business growth strategy by scouring their website.)
So, people “pay it forward” at the end of the movie thinking their “donation” is going to help fight trafficking, and instead they should be taking that money and donating it to a reputable anti-trafficking organization. That action may actually help the cause.
Isn’t that what nearly every single movie that is “based on true events” does? They ALL have made-up content.
Doesn’t mean they don’t get the message across.
Have you seen “Taken”? That one’s not even based on a true story, although it very well could have been, and can bring awareness into how easily teenage girls can be abducted. I saw that movie when my daughter was only 6 or 7 years old, and it made an impact on our awareness.
She is now 18, and I make her carry a tazer with her all the time…
If you watched the movie you’d have found out that many of the mules were also identified as being present at antifa riots… umm peaceful protests of you watch MSM. They operated through NGO’s.
That wasn’t my review or critique or even opinion of the movie. That was my response pertaining to Brian’s claim that each and every critic has brought up the Qanon connection. I have seen some of the news outlets bring up the connection, but not really the movie critics. Of course I haven’t read every single movie critics review either.
Like Daniel, you have quoted me out of context. Please see my response to his post. I have not offered my review or opinion of the movie. I’ve only debated whether this newly found awareness will result in increased funding for legitimate anti-trafficking organizations. We shall see!
One thing I think I know for sure though is that no portion of ticket sales proceeds be used to support anti-trafficking organizations. Which is a shame since they ask you to “donate” at the end of the movie by buying more “ghost” tickets. Maybe instead they should put up a barcode directing people to a good place to directly support the cause.
Hmm, I get the feeling you’re not actually asking, but have already decided that some, or most, are? If you’re actually asking, I have no idea. Hopefully none.
I saw a rumor on the webernet that the missing kids they used to advertise on milk cartons back in the day were actually ads for child sex trafficking, but, once again, I don’t know. I do know this with everything that is coming out right now, almost nothing surprises me anymore.
