Summaries

Takes us into a hidden world of prostitution and sexual trafficking through the eyes of one of its survivors, Brenda Myers-Powell.

For twenty-five years Brenda Myers-Powell called herself 'Breezy' and she dominated her world, or that's what she thought. It was a world that had turned her into a teenage, drug-addicted prostitute. After a violent encounter with a 'john,' Brenda woke up in the hospital and decided to change her life. Today she is a beacon of hope and a pillar of strength for hundreds of women and girls as young as fourteen who want to change their own lives. 'Dreamcatcher' explores the cycle of neglect, violence and exploitation which each year leaves thousands upon thousands of girls and women feeling that prostitution is their only option to survive. By following the very charming, charismatic and truly empathic Brenda, we enter the lives of young women and see in verite footage their realities from their points of view. While the world may overlook these women and men, thankfully Brenda has not, providing an unflinching expose which contrasts seeming hopelessness against the difference that one person can make in the lives of many.

Details

Keywords
  • women in prison
  • women's prison
  • sex trade
  • male violence
  • female prison
Genres
  • Crime
  • Drama
  • Family
  • Documentary
Release date Mar 26, 2015
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) TV-MA
Countries of origin United States United Kingdom
Official sites Official site
Language English
Filming locations Chicago, Illinois, USA
Production companies Rise Films Green Acres Films Vixen Films (I)

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Tech specs

Runtime 1h 44m
Color Color
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