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‘Sound of Freedom’ director to Eduardo Verástegui: Run for Mexico president to end child trafficking

By Jeannie Ortega Law, Christian Post Reporter

MIAMI, Florida — As “Sound of Freedom” hits theaters next Tuesday with a bold message calling for the freedom of millions of children enslaved in human trafficking, the filmmakers are not only using their talents in Hollywood but potentially in politics as well.

Director and co-writer Alejandro Monteverde told The Christian Post that he felt “called” by God to make “Sound of Freedom” following the success of his films “Little Boy” and “Bella.”

“Today is one of the most important days of my life, and I’m so grateful,” Monteverde said in a red-carpet interview.

“There are two types of stories, the ones that I want to make and the ones that I was called to make and this one I was called to make.”

At the premiere of “Sound of Freedom,” Monteverde openly encouraged his friend, actor and Mexican film producer Eduardo Verástegui to “run for president” of Mexico to ensure a lasting impact on the fight against trafficking.

Reports have emerged in recent years suggesting the actor is discerning a potential presidential run. Earlier this month, Verástegui asked for prayers as he has to make a decision about a possible 2024 presidential run “very soon.”

Shot five years ago, the movie tells the true story of one man’s journey to combat child sex trafficking. The Angel Studios film is based on the life of Tim Ballard, a former U.S. Department of Homeland Security agent who left his job because he wanted to do more to rescue children from modern-day slavery.

Starring Jim Caviezel (”Passion of The Christ”), the dramatic thriller film also features Oscar winner Mira Sorvino (”The Final Cut”), Bill Camp (”12 Years a Slave”) and José Zúñiga (”Twilight”). Along with acting in the film, Verástegui (”Unplanned”) is the film’s producer.