Traffik

I have read most of the reviews on here which led me to fall in the middle. I agree not worth the 7.4 it has but the subject manner and story is important to tell. There is more human trafficking in the US than most would believe. Women are over sexualized and that has become the norm, part of our culture, and too easily accepted. The biggest problem I had with this film was just that. The tight clothing, unnecessary sex scenes, the male friend of the lead character (Omar Epps) is a womanizing pig. Also, whomever was the makeup artist n this needs be reprimanded for the overuse of blush on Paula Patton's character, Brea. I found it distracting and kept wondering what was wrong with her face. In a story of this nature the over the top sexualized details are in bad taste. They should of stuck to the basics and the true nature of this despicable industry. In the end it all fell a bit short.

When I left the theater I tried to think of something positive to say about "Traffik", a banal 'slasher' flick now in theaters. But I couldn't. The screenplay is hackneyed, the script is awful and the acting ranges from average (Omar Epps) to below (Paula Patton). "Traffik" just doesn't have much going for it, but I went to the first matinee which is low-priced where I go.

John and Brea are in love. He rents a mountain retreat hoping for a romantic getaway for the two, but, wouldn't you know it, a biker gang shows up to cause trouble (don't you hate it when that happens?). The story plods along without benefit of tension or suspense and the bikers are involved in an uninteresting sex trafficking ring - international, no less. But I had long since lost interest. If you go, see the early show - it's cheaper.

This movie had the potential to really shed light on the serious issue of sex trafficking had it been provided with better direction/storyline. Instead it comes off as a cheesy teeny bopper "let's go to my uncle's cabin in the woods" b list horror film. There is nothing good about this film with the exception of Omar Epps acting. You will not be attached to any character in this film. You will find yourself yelling at the scream yelling "Come On" and wanting to slap and shoulder shake the main character from start to finish. Nothing in this movie is realistic. Watch this movie when you need a good laugh, feel like being frustrated or need a guide on everything absolutely not to ever do ever about anything.

This movie is based on a real case happened in North Cal, which is where I'm currently living. I used to think this kind of criminal - human traffic - would only take place in the area where it's far and less developed. However, this movie made me realize the hidden danger. I became more cautious like double check the front and back door lock every night before going to bed. I also began to avoid going to places in the middle of no where by myself (which I did a lot before).

I think all girls should have this sense in their mind, that the world is not as safe as we though. It's really important to learn to protect ourselves.

Therefore, regardless how good/bad the movie is ( i think it's pretty good), I give it a 10/10 star and recommend every girl to watch it for the lesson it taught us and the public awareness it raises.

I was so excited to see this movie but was let down by the horrible acting of the lead actress and the sub par plot. It really could have been a hit but it just didn't hit the mark!!