I am Jane Doe
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I am Jane Doe

The epic battle that several American mothers are waging on behalf of their middle-school daughters, victims of sex trafficking on Backpage.com, the a...dult classifieds section that for years was part of the iconic Village Voice. Narrated by Academy Award-nominee Jessica Chastain and directed by award-winning filmmaker Mary Mazzio, the documentary follows the journey of these young girls and their mothers in real time as they run headlong into a collision course not only with Backpage but with judges, powerful corporations, special interest groups, and an outdated internet freedom law that has been interpreted by federal judges to protect websites from any responsibility for hosting ads which sell underage girls. I AM JANE DOE is a gut-wrenching human story and fresh look at a social and legal issue that affects every community in America. Show More

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I am Jane Doe (2017) is a powerful documentary that sheds light on the battle American mothers are waging against sex trafficking on Backpage.com, the adult classifieds section of the Village Voice. It follows the stories of young girls and their mothers as they confront a range of challenges in their fight for justice. Narrated by Academy Award nominee Jessica Chastain and directed by acclaimed filmmaker Mary Mazzio, the film takes viewers on a real-time journey of these families as they go up against Backpage, judges, powerful corporations, special interest groups, and an outdated internet freedom law.

This thought-provoking documentary highlights the horrifying reality of sex trafficking and the struggles faced by these courageous women. It unveils the deep-rooted issues within the legal system and highlights the ways in which Backpage.com facilitated the exploitation of vulnerable young girls.

I am Jane Doe is a compelling and emotional portrayal of the strength and resilience of the victims and their families. It underscores the urgent need for legislative action to combat these heinous crimes and protect future generations. Through intimate interviews and real-life footage, the film offers a captivating and insightful exploration of a disturbing issue that our society must confront.

Don't miss this eye-opening documentary that exposes the dark side of the internet and inspires viewers to take action against sex trafficking.