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Another intriguing trend highlighted during the discussion is the rise of "awareness movies" that intertwine entertainment with advocacy—such as Sound of Freedom, which dealt with human trafficking, or It Ends With Us, focusing on domestic violence. Critics argue that these films sometimes serve dual purposes: storytelling and activism, with publicity campaigns often emphasizing the social issues to garner attention and box office success.
Supporters believe such films raise vital awareness and enlighten audiences, but critics contend that exploiting sensitive topics for commercial gain risks trivializing or undermining the real victims.