Interviews
Meet the cast to find out more about their role
in the movie and their thoughts.
We are holding up these signs to make people remember those who were victimized through sex trafficking and we want people to become aware that this is a big issue not just for young woman but it affects both sexes, all races and is not only international but within our backyards.
Help stop sex trafficking and help us spread awareness to not become a victim for someone's profit. Post up your own sign letting people know that you are against sex trafficking and an advocate to save lives and remember those who were victimized. Many woman, young children and even young males go missing do to sex trafficking. They are held against their will and forcibly taken from their families to be enslaved.
Please help us make this viral so we can save lives and tell those who profit from a human life that we are not taking this anymore and that we will not be their next victim.
Please take a picture with your sign and saying ( #I’m not going to be a VICTIM ) and then email it to me so everybody can remember the people who are still missing today. tiaramovie6@gmail.com
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I’ve been modeling for almost a year now, I have also done school plays throughout school. I chose to do this project because I feel like the message is an important one. I think that more attention needs to be shown to this issue and this movie does just that.
I have been modeling and posing since taking my first picture as a young child it comes natural for her. when it comes to acting Patricia started short films in high school and from there knew she loved being in front of the camera acting as much as she did modeling. The reason I've decided I wanted to go out and cast for Models Wanted the Movie, not only did the story pertain to myself from I first started until even now. knowing the dangerous of being in the industry is important, it can be dangerous and caught in one of these situations. I felt it was a perfect character for me to play, it fit me, and helping get the message out for young or beginner talents to be aware of this before it happens.
I've been modeling for 8 years, but when I was a little kid I always wanted to act. One of the reasons why I started modeling ,was the idea to act in the future. Modeling and acting always seemed to cross. When I was in high school I was always trying to protect other kids from bulling. When I was younger I was bullied as well, so I know how it feels. This is really big problem in our society. We don't talk about it,but we know that it existing. Purpose of this movie is to show how life can turn on you... We are all equal and shouldn't put down someone else. That's not gonna make your life better. Because with new role, you become a new person. You can be who you want. Acting is some type of magic for me.
I have done commercials like Adidas and the NBA but I think this project means a lot to me because I am giving back by letting young people know the dangers of sex trafficking. I feel like this role is very important for me to do.
I've been in love with the stage ever since I was a little girl. Born & raised in New York City, I've been blessed with having access to all performing arts opportunities in dance, singing, acting & music theater. Currently, I do live performances in different venues within NYC for 2 years now and have been modeling for art schools and local designers starting last year. This movie to me represents a two-fold learning experience: This is my first time acting for film and it's a chance to broaden my skill set. The message this movie represents sheds light on the harsh reality of the modeling & entertainment industries. My goal in participating is to help educate aspiring models & actors to beware of predators when they go on castings. This day and age everyone wants to be and can be "the next star" so it's equally important to understand the reality of sex trafficking.
"If you can dream it,you can do it".W.D. Tania Kop is Ukrainian actress/model ,she came to New York City to make her dreams come true.Her passion and dedication for acting paid forward and she got full scholarship from New York Film Academy where she had been studying for 2years.Tania also has two masters degrees:one in Dramatic Arts,and another one in International Tourism. I believe this movie is a great way to raise awareness for a cause that most people don't think about on a daily basis. In a competitive and unpredictable industry, we must all look out for one another.
Acting and Modeling is my passion I been doing it for about 10years now , I've done commercials, Films,I been a spokesmodel, been in a music for video as well , I have also participated in the IMTA New York City. I just can't explain the feeling I got towards what I love to do . All I know is that I would love to do this for the rest of my life it's an unexplainable feeling , but I am very excited to be apart of this amazing film it will help a lot of models be cautious.
I am an Audio Engineer and an aspiring recording artist based in New York City. In my spare time I cover photography for various events throughout the Tri-State area. Sex trafficking is a widely un-talked about subject. I am hoping that this movie helps to shed light on the dangers of the issue.
I’ve been modeling for almost a year now, I have also done school plays throughout school. I chose to do this project because I feel like the message is an important one. I think that more attention needs to be shown to this issue and this movie does just that.
Born and raised in Cambridge, Ma, Liana Haley Jackson transferred into New York University Tisch School of the Arts to pursue her acting career. Liana graduated with honors and enrolled in the Actors Studio Drama MFA Program and received her Masters in the Arts in 2014. Liana is grateful to have been able to perform in Greece, Athens with the One Year Lease Company, and performed off-off Broadway in the production Vagina Monologues. Liana is also blessed to be apart of this film Models Wanted The Movie because it is a strong message that needs to be addressed. This is a film that can make others more conscious and aware of situations that can lead to devastating circumstances. Liana hopes this helps others to make better choices.
If only one word could be used to describe Yanise, that'd be "passionate". She persisted in leaving home at the age of 16 to embark of series of adventures in over 10 countries because it's her passion to explore the immensity and possibilities of the vast world. In the recent years, she started a modeling and acting career apart from her roles as a science zealot and a life adventurer. Being part of the movie, she yearns to bring up the importance of making rational judgement rather than reckless decision because she believes that at times an instant spark of fame has the ability to blind people. Therefore we shall always be passionate about what we do, yet shall not let irrationality cloud our visions.
Casey here. I got my start in music, and my passion for art has led me to so many amazing opportunities. I moved to NYC from Texas after university to chase my dream of being an artist - both an actor on Broadway and a recording artist. Right now, I'm modeling, acting and recording/performing music as well as teaching music and acting for a living. Google me! #Models Wanted is a beautiful idea and if it can help even one aspiring professional, it will be worth it. Scams and kidnapping are a real problem in this industry. I'm looking forward to playing the villain of this story and telling her story honestly because her profession is an unfortunate outcome in the endless cycle of violence that is the sex trafficking industry.
65,000
Kidnapping US in 2010 65,000 individuals over age 21
$9.5
Human trafficking generates $9.5 billion yearly in U.S. alone.
20-48
Average victim forced to have sex 20-48 times a day
20.9
20.9 million adults and children are bought and sold worldwide into commercial sexual servitude.
$150,
A sex trafficker can make $150,000-$200,000 per child each year.
98%
Women and girls make up 98% of victims of sexual trafficking
35-40
80% of trafficking involves sexual exploitation
80%
Clients Unique Visitors for the first week after site launch
Modeling website linked to disappearances, rape and human trafficking.
In remembrance of victims of sex trafficking, survivors and the families of victims who have yet to be found.
We hope that we can save numerous lives before they are lost to this inhuman modern day slavery system.
Human trafficking is a serious form of organized crime that affects every race, every religion, and all countries.
We don't want sex trafficking or any sex crime to occur in your neighborhood. Criminal cases like the Ariel kidnappings in Cleveland, Ohio where three girls were kidnapped, held against there will for over a 2 year period and forced to have sex with the offender is one example of how young people are sexually victimized. Many sex crimes are not even reported but sexual exploitation is by far the most commonly identified form of human trafficking. We want communities to know that there are ways that they can reduce their neighborhoods from being harbors for sexual exploitation.
Human trafficking is everywhere the problem is that people believe since they don't see it that it doesn't exist in this magnitude; they simply don't recognize it as a system of slavery. We hope to bring this issue to the forefront not only so many young people can become its advocates to stop this form of slavery but also to prevent themselves from becoming a victim.
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