It was a lengthy, time-intensive pre-production process followed by a fast-paced production process. They hired a cinematographer and production company, spent months planning, and built trust with Liana to put this amazing story to film. We wanted to make a film that explored a little more of the emotional side, that had more universal themes.” So, I said, ‘Let’s make a film about this mother and daughter relationship.’ Which is different than what IJM has done in the past. That idea of someone coming to the place to forgive someone who nearly killed them just blew me away. “Liana expressed that she actually forgives her mother. The most amazing part of the story to Adam, though, is Liana’s reaction. Liana was eventually rescued by IJM and found refuge with her grandfather - her mother is now in prison. Liana’s mother, a drug addict, forced her into sex slavery and even supervised the abuse in-person. Her story is a difficult one, as is the case with most of IJM’s clients. He poured over interviews with Liana, spoke with her after-care workers and social workers in the Dominican Republic where she lives. The film aired on Freedom Sunday 2018, an event held every September dedicated to raising support for IJM’s mission. The FilmĪdam first heard Liana’s story back in January 2018 and was immediately tasked with producing a film about her story. They’ve also seen an increase in support from their core donor base. They’ve seen increased views on all of their online platforms, including Vimeo, Facebook, and YouTube. It’s a style that connects and compels an audience to action, but also requires heavy attention to narrative methods and next-level storytelling.
Recently, IJM has branched into a more cinematic style of filmmaking, blending traditional narrative elements into a polished documentary format. Our clients have gone through so much and they deserve the best storytelling possible.” “We don’t want to make your traditional non-profit films that are just talking heads. “It’s important for us at IJM to make films that look and feel cinematic - quality films that people would want to watch,” Adam told us. As a director/writer/editor with the organization, Adam Joe’s job is to help connect people with these survivors’ stories. International Justice Mission’s aim is to “end slavery in our lifetime.” Since they were founded in 1997, they’ve rescued more than 45,000 people from slavery and helped local authorities arrest more than 3,500 suspected slave owners and criminals.
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