Children of the Dark

Children of the Dark

2008 · 138 min · ★ 6.3 · Drama

A Middle-aged Japanese ex-pat journalist investigates child organ trafficking in Thailand and he uncovers a sinister network. In the darkest corners of Thailand, child prostitution and organ sales flourish. In order to save a child's life, another life must be taken. An outraged Japanese journalist and a passionate young Japanese NGO member attempt to save "children of the dark" from being consumed by arrogance and greed. However, the harsh realities of life intervene... Adapting Yan Sogil's book, which unflinchingly portrays the tragic realities unfolding today, filmmaker Junji Sakamoto directs a talented multinational cast to bring these stark events to life.

Directed by Junji Sakamoto · Written by Junji Sakamoto

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Aoi Miyazaki Keiko Otowa
Yosuke Eguchi Hiroyuki Nanbu
Satoshi Tsumabuki Hiroaki Yoshida
Koichi Sato Katsuhito Kazikawa
Kosuke Toyohara Tetsuo Shimizu
Sawa Suzuki Mineko Kazikawa

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