Schwimmer: 'Teens need to see Trust'

David Schwimmer has said that his new movie Trust was made with the aim of teaching children and teens about the dangers of cyber predators.

The actor, who directed the project, is currently looking to overturn an 'R' rating for the film with producer Avi Lerner.

Speaking about the movie, Schwimmer told The Wrap: "I want to invite more of a conversation between parents and their kids.

"There are a lot of issues that need public pressure and attention, there are still thousands of registered sex offenders on MySpace and Facebook."

He added: "There are thousands of unopened rape kits sitting in freezers in police departments and labs around the country. There are so many issues around this that I just want to do my part to raise more awareness, and public pressure."

Lerner and Schwimmer hope to obtain a PG-13 rating for the film, which features Clive Owen as a father dealing with the fallout of his daughter's internet-related sexual assault.

"While we respect the MPAA's rating system, we must appeal the 'R' rating given to Trust. This film exposes the true threats posed by cyber predators. It sends a clear message to teens and parents; to be aware of the real dangers of cyber space," added Lerner.

"Teens must be allowed to see Trust. They need to know the truth."

Trust is scheduled to open in US cinemas on April 1, 2011.