In "The Sound of Freedom," Jim Caviezel portrays Tim Ballard, a former Homeland Security agent who embarks on a mission to rescue children from the clutches of human traffickers. This action-packed film, hitting theaters on July 4th, delves into the dark world of child exploitation, a $150 billion global industry that ensnares tens of thousands of children annually.

For Caviezel, the film's theme resonates deeply. Having adopted three children from China, he's acutely aware of the perils children face worldwide. He expressed his concerns in an interview with Fox's Lighthouse Faith podcast, stating, "We are the biggest consumers of child trafficking and pornography in the world. The United States — the home of the free, land of the brave. This is ridiculous."

The film follows Ballard as he transitions from his government role to leading his own team of child rescuers, focusing on a mission in Honduras. It's a story that highlights the ongoing battle for freedom, echoing America's own struggles against oppression.

Caviezel, a devout Christian known for his role as Jesus in "Passion of the Christ," emphasizes the spiritual dimension of this fight. He points out the danger of inaction, saying, "You have good, and you have evil. It's always been this way. But then you have the group in the middle that are riding the fence. The devil owns the fence."

He cites a recent case where a Homeland Security whistleblower testified about human trafficking, yet the story received minimal media attention. "It's as if they didn't want this story to get out there," Caviezel remarked.

The film's narrative centers on Ballard's encounter with a young boy who pleads for him to rescue his sister. This sets Ballard on a quest that unveils the horrifying extent of child trafficking and the manipulative tactics employed by traffickers.

Caviezel, who collaborated closely with Ballard to prepare for the role, believes the film carries a redemptive message, a quality he seeks in all his projects. He challenges audiences to confront the issue, stating, "I don't go to the devil to play the devil. I go to God to tell me who the devil is."