Top 10 Thrillers on Human Trafficking

Description: While primarily a comedy, this film delves into the darker side of the adult film industry, touching on themes of coercion and exploitation, which are closely related to human trafficking.

Fact: The film was initially conceived as a dark comedy but evolved to include more serious themes.

Description: This film tells the story of a Mexican teenager who is kidnapped and trafficked into the U.S., and his brother's journey to rescue him. It's a poignant look at the international aspect of human trafficking.

Fact: The film was inspired by a New York Times article about the trafficking of young girls from Mexico to the U.S.

Description: This David Cronenberg film explores the Russian mafia's involvement in human trafficking in London. Its gritty realism and portrayal of the criminal underworld make it a fitting addition.

Fact: Viggo Mortensen learned Russian for his role, which added authenticity to his performance.

Description: Based on true events, this film follows Kathryn Bolkovac, a Nebraska police officer who uncovers a human trafficking scandal within the United Nations peacekeeping mission in post-war Bosnia. It's included for its portrayal of the systemic corruption and the personal risks whistleblowers face.

Fact: Rachel Weisz, who plays Bolkovac, did extensive research to portray her character authentically, including meeting with the real Kathryn Bolkovac.

Description: This film follows Kathryn Bolkovac, a Nebraska police officer who uncovers a human trafficking scandal within the United Nations peacekeeping mission in post-war Bosnia. It's included for its portrayal of the systemic corruption and the personal risks whistleblowers face.

Fact: Rachel Weisz, who plays Bolkovac, did extensive research to portray her character authentically, including meeting with the real Kathryn Bolkovac.

Description: This film follows a retired CIA agent, Bryan Mills, who uses his particular set of skills to rescue his daughter from human traffickers in Paris. Its inclusion in this list is due to its intense focus on the immediate aftermath of a kidnapping and the desperate measures taken to combat human trafficking.

Fact: The film was inspired by a real-life incident where a friend of the screenwriter's daughter was kidnapped. The movie's success led to two sequels.

Description: This Swedish film tells the tragic story of a teenage girl from Russia who falls into the hands of human traffickers. Its stark realism and emotional depth make it a powerful entry.

Fact: The film was shot in Estonia to capture the bleakness of the setting.

Description: This miniseries, starring Mira Sorvino, explores the global network of human trafficking through multiple interconnected stories. It's included for its comprehensive approach to the issue.

Fact: Mira Sorvino won a Golden Globe for her role in this series.

Description: An Australian film that follows the lives of three women who have been trafficked into the country. It's included for its focus on the plight of victims and the efforts to help them.

Fact: The film was inspired by real-life stories of trafficking victims in Australia.

Description: Based on the true story of Chong Kim, "Eden" follows a young girl who is kidnapped and forced into prostitution. The film is included for its raw depiction of the psychological and physical abuse victims endure.

Fact: The film was produced by Kim herself to raise awareness about human trafficking.