Disclosure: Many thanks to Studio 523 for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own.
It was a work night. I was going to bed. I snuggled under the covers, though still sitting up and turned on the movie just to get 'a feel for it,' as I'd planned on watching it the very next day. As some of you might accurately predict, I ended up watching the whole thing, and was very, very tired the next day. It was worth it.
Some films entertain. Others educate. And then there are films like Still Hope, a story that will sit with you long after the credits roll, asking you to reflect, to listen, and to care more deeply about the world around you.
Still Hope, coming to theaters February 5, is a powerful and sobering film inspired by true stories of human trafficking survivors. It approaches a difficult subject with both honesty and compassion, reminding viewers that freedom is not the end of the story, recovery and the life after are the true winners.
A Story Rooted in Reality
The film follows Hope, a teenager from a close-knit community whose life takes a devastating turn when someone she believes to be a new friend proves unsafe. Every parent's nightmare unfolds as Hope's family learns she has been talking to someone who was not who they appeared to be. Taken from everything familiar, Hope is forced into sex trafficking, drugged on the regular, and stripped of her identity, autonomy, and sense of self.
While the events of her captivity are harrowing, Still Hope does not stop at survival. Instead, it focuses on what happens after freedom, which is an often overlooked but deeply complex journey worth viewing. Hope’s story highlights the emotional, psychological, and relational challenges survivors face as they begin to rebuild their lives. Viewers feel her hurt (and her family's) and long for her to find that place where she can put the past behind her and be able to embrace her beautiful new future.
Inspired by real experiences, the film offers a rare and important perspective: recovery is not linear, and healing takes time, support, and extraordinary courage.
Raising Awareness With Purpose
Human trafficking is a global issue that often hides in plain sight. Every time I go to the airport, an announcement comes on a few times an hour warning people to look out for human trafficking dangers. I'm assuming the announcement is airing for a reason. 😪 Still Hope brings awareness to this reality without sensationalizing it, emphasizing the humanity of those affected rather than reducing them to statistics.
A portion of the film’s ticket proceeds will benefit organizations that care for victims of trafficking, extending the impact beyond the screen and into real-world support. By choosing to see Still Hope, audiences are not only engaging with an important story, they are helping amplify hope and contribute to meaningful action.
When and Where to Watch
Still Hope arrives in theaters beginning February 5. Tickets are available now, and attending helps shine a light on the fight against trafficking while supporting organizations dedicated to survivor care.
To learn more about the film, watch the trailer, and purchase tickets HERE.
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