Fifteen New York City high-school teens have created “Discovered”, a machinama film on human sex trafficking. What is machinama? I wasn’t sure either, but it’s essentially digital animation from video game footage.

The film was created for a project by Global Kids, and TODAY, July 1st, the young innovative filmmakers will present their work at the first annual Festival on digital media. The 10-minute video is extremely creative and it’s intent is to educate their peers about issues on human trafficking.

Evin Cruz, 16, says of his film, “I hope people can be more aware of what goes on, and I hope the government can play a stronger role in what’s happening to end the suffering.”

For more information read HERE! And if you are in NYC, check out the premiere.

Event Details:

When: Wednesday, July 1st, 6pm-8pm

Where: Sony Wonder Technology Lab [550 Madison Avenue at 56th St.]

What: Meet & Greet Filmmakers, Premiere of Discovered, and Q & A with students