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crime2 years ago

"Sexual Misconduct Allegations Surround 'Sound of Freedom' Inspiration Tim Ballard"

Tim Ballard, founder of Operation Underground Railroad (OUR) and inspiration behind the film 'Sound of Freedom,' has been accused of sexually assaulting five women who participated in his sting operations to rescue trafficked individuals. The women allege that Ballard manipulated and coerced them into sexual acts during the missions. The lawsuit claims that the organization and its board members were aware of Ballard's conduct and that reports were ignored or silenced. OUR and its board deny the allegations. Ballard is also accused of using a tactic called the "couples ruse" to engage in sexual activities with his female partners. The plaintiffs' attorney expects more victims to come forward with additional lawsuits.

via The Washington Post|
#crime#human-trafficking#lawsuit
crime2 years ago

"Sexual Assault Lawsuit Targets Tim Ballard, Founder of Operation Underground Railroad"

Tim Ballard, the man whose life inspired the movie "Sound of Freedom," has been sued by five women for sexual assault and battery. The lawsuit alleges that Ballard coerced women into acting as "wives" on overseas missions and used tactics such as the "Couples Ruse" to groom and exploit them. The women also accuse Ballard of groping and inappropriate behavior during missions. Ballard had previously resigned from the nonprofit organization he founded, Operation Underground Railroad, following an investigation into these allegations. The lawsuit names Ballard, Operation Underground Railroad, and affiliated companies as defendants. Ballard has denied the allegations, calling them baseless inventions.

via NBC News|
#crime#lawsuit#operation-underground-railroad
entertainment2 years ago

Unveiling the Unlikely Blockbuster: The 'Sound of Freedom' Under Scrutiny

The independently made thriller "Sound of Freedom" has become an unlikely blockbuster at the summer box office, but it has also faced multiple controversies. Star Jim Caviezel's reported ties to QAnon and allegations of inflated crowdfunding have raised concerns. Additionally, executive producer Paul Hutchinson and Tim Ballard, the former Homeland Security special agent whose life story inspired the film, are both facing sexual misconduct allegations. Ballard, who founded Operation Underground Railroad (OUR) to combat child sex trafficking, has resigned from OUR amid a sexual misconduct investigation involving seven women. Hutchinson is accused of touching the naked breasts of a 16-year-old trafficking survivor, although no charges were filed. Both Ballard and Hutchinson have denied the allegations.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
#controversies#entertainment#paul-hutchinson
crime2 years ago

"Executive Producer of 'Sound of Freedom' Accused of Groping Trafficking Victim's Breasts"

Paul Hutchinson, executive producer of the film "Sound of Freedom," has been accused of groping the breasts of a young trafficking victim during a sting operation in Mexico. This comes shortly after Tim Ballard, the activist whose life inspired the film, denied allegations of sexual misconduct. Hutchinson, who was working with Ballard at Operation Underground Railroad (OUR), allegedly felt the girl's breasts during the 2016 operation. Hutchinson denies any wrongdoing and claims he thought the girl was 18. Both Hutchinson and Ballard now face accusations of sexual misconduct against the very women and girls they aimed to protect.

via Daily Mail|
#crime#human-trafficking#paul-hutchinson
entertainment2 years ago

Rights Confusion Surrounds 'Sound of Freedom' Sequel: Who Owns the Sequel?

The rights to a potential sequel of the box office hit film "Sound of Freedom" are currently in dispute. Producer Mike Ilitch Jr. initially claimed to have exclusive life rights to Tim Ballard, the subject of the film, and was developing a follow-up, as well as scripted and docuseries. However, his representative later denied the accuracy of this information. Director Alejandro Monteverde stated that he secured Ballard's life rights during the scriptwriting stage, but his representative clarified that his rights only covered one movie. The film's distributor, Angel Studios, likely holds the rights to the title but Ballard's personal connection to the story may be essential for any further exploration. The situation is complicated legally, and it remains uncertain who owns the rights to a potential sequel.

via Variety|
#entertainment#film#rights
entertainment2 years ago

Unveiling the Truth Behind 'Sound of Freedom': Movie Review, QAnon Ties, and Texas' Role in Human Trafficking

"Sound of Freedom," a film inspired by the real-life work of Tim Ballard, a former Department of Homeland Security agent who stages sting operations to catch child sex traffickers, has become a surprise box office hit. The movie, starring Jim Caviezel as Ballard, follows his character's mission to save abducted children in the Colombian jungle. While the film has received positive reviews, it has also faced criticism for allegedly distorting the truth about child exploitation and catering to QAnon conspiracy theorists. Both Ballard and Caviezel have expressed support for some of the wildest claims of the QAnon movement. Despite the controversy, "Sound of Freedom" has performed well at the box office, competing with the latest Indiana Jones sequel.

via The Washington Post|
#box-office-hit#child-sex-trafficking#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

'Sound of Freedom' Soars to Box Office Success, Surpassing 'Indiana Jones'

The anti-human trafficking film "Sound of Freedom," produced by Eduardo Verastegui and Alejandro Monteverde, surpassed Disney's "Indiana Jones" at the box office on its opening day, earning $14.24 million. The film, based on a true story, follows Homeland Security agent Tim Ballard as he risks his life to rescue children from sex traffickers. Verastegui, inspired by Ballard's work, aims to raise awareness and build a movement to end child sex trafficking. The film's success has resonated with audiences, including Elon Musk, who suggested making it available for free. Actor Jim Caviezel, who plays Ballard, considers it his best film since "The Passion of the Christ."

via Catholic News Agency|
#anti-human-trafficking-film#box-office#eduardo-verastegui