CHLOE Magazine Spring 2017 Vol 25 | Page 85

The movie shows the horrors of human trafficking , and was definitely emotional for Teles at times . “ It was highly emotional at times , and has left a lasting impression on me .” As Teles started to learn about society ’ s most shameful and barbaric manifestation , she could not just sit back and not do anything
about it . “ After shooting Skin Trade , I was burned with everything I learned about sex slavery and needed to do something to contribute to a solution .” Teles started an organization called “ Unslaved ” which raises awareness and provides support for organizations battling the issue . “ We are launching a new line of bracelets , which people can purchase as a show of unity against sex tracking . I really hope to see more laws established to punish the ring leaders , and protect the children .” It is nice to see Teles trying to make a change and raise awareness to such a shameful horror . Teles revealed to us what her most enjoyable scene or day was on the set of Skin Trade . “ It was the day I was nearly set on fire . I was in a bed , in the middle of a bunch of sheets , and right before rolling , the pyro-technician would come out with this hose and start lighting everything around me on fire . More fire . More fire . More fire . I would sit there in the middle of it all . It was a crazy experience . If my mom knew this story she would kill me .”
Talk about adrenaline rush ! As most of you know , Teles plays Echo on The 100 . Going into its fourth season , The 100 is an American post-apocalyptic science fiction drama television series . Teles describes Echo as a “ badass warrior with super samurai sword skills who never backs down from a fight .” Teles ’ role as Echo has challenged her physically and emotionally , stating that it has been her most challenging role thus far . “ Echo has a viewpoint that is the furthest from my own , so I had to work nonstop trying to find ways into

I felt this sense of arrival . Like a light turned on and I had found my passion and I knew it .

badass warrior with super samurai sword skills who never backs down from a fight her psyche and emotional constitution . She ’ s a trained assassin with violent instincts . I , on the other hand , am a yoga enthusiast , and second generation flower child !” While the role definitely challenged Teles , she was able to get past Echo ’ s ruthless behavior by “ examining modern day pirates , child soldiers , spies of the cold-war era , and many strong historical female icons ,” and become a prominent character in the show . Season 4 of The 100 is said to be very spectacular and disastrous all at once , and is definitely something to look forward to and keep up with . Teles has a lot of big premieres in 2017 to look forward to . The premiere for season 4 of The 100 aired on February 1st , 2017 , and is faced to be one of the darkest chapters yet … You can also look forward to the long awaited season 5 of Prison Break that airs April 9th , as Teles will be playing a new character named Tricia . While working in such unique and interesting acting roles , Teles is able to capture attention with tour de force talent and determination . Make sure to keep up to date with this up and coming actress !