Bond on Cinema

My guest today is actor Kim Estes. Received the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Actor in a Short Form Comedy or Drama Series - 2017 - "Dicks" His television credits include . "How To Get Away With Murder”, "Brooklyn 99”, "Pitch," "Secrets and Lies," "Fresh off the Boat,”, "Stalker," "Pretty Little Liars," "NCIS," "How I Met Your Mother, "Private Pract...

Roddy McDowall wasn't simply one of Hollywood's greatest actors—he was one of its greatest human beings. Through the pages of Roddy McDowall: An Actor's Life, Samuel Garza Bernstein reminds us that a lasting legacy isn't measured by fame alone, but by kindness, loyalty, friendship, and a life lived with grace. From the unforgettable innocence of How Green Was My Valley to the timeless adventures o...

Javid Rezai's award-winning short film THE BELLADONNA a the story that follows Stella, a burlesque dancer haunted by visions of her late mother, whose growing paranoia convinces her that another performer is determined to steal her crown as Queen of the Belladonna Club. Javid calls it a psychoglitter thriller, and trust me—it is a description that fits perfectly. Suspense, psychological thrillers,...

Ladies and gentlemen, kindness is one of those gifts that costs nothing to give, yet its value can echo through a lifetime. Alexander Sharp's THANK YOU is a beautiful reminder that every decision we make—whether driven by compassion or selfishness—creates a ripple that reaches far beyond ourselves. This isn't just a short film; it's an emotional experience that challenges us to think about the imp...

The Furman men's basketball team hasn't won the Southern Conference Tournament Championship since 1980, enduring one of the longest droughts in college basketball history, and in 2022, they were just 4.3 seconds away from victory before a last-second 3-point shot dashed their hopes. "Better Together: Furman's Championship Quest" is a 5-episode limited series chronicling the team's pursuit of a SoC...

There is something uniquely satisfying about a film that understands the industry it is poking fun at, and Jeffrey Scott Collins' ABOVE THE LINE does exactly that with wit, charm, and a healthy dose of mischievous fun. The story follows six struggling Hollywood hopefuls whose dreams have been derailed by a crooked producer. Rather than quietly accepting defeat, they agree to a caper from an unknow...

Ran Jing’s IMPRINT, the gripping and thought-provoking short, will make its World Premiere at the Tribeca Festival, offering a chilling exploration of ambition, sacrifice, and the hidden human cost of progress.  Set within a near-future shaped by competitive pressure and emerging technology, the film follows Flora, played by Wrenn Schmidt, a determined mother desperate to secure a competitive edge...

ANIMALS., the short psychological thriller from writer-director Maya Gray, will make its International Premiere at Raindance Film Festival, bringing audiences an unsettling and emotionally charged exploration of dehumanization, coercive control, and forced occupation. In the aftermath of her mother’s death, Zoya played by Serine Sianosian finds herself unable to confront the emptiness of the home...

Some films entertain. Some films linger. And then there are films like LOVE SONG—stories that quietly settle into your heart and continue to resonate long after the screen fades to black. Filmmaker Love Nafi and actor Mohamed Williams have created something remarkably honest: a film that understands that love is rarely simple, and that the choices we make in pursuit of our dreams often come with c...

Learn the story behind KNOT: The Fred G. Lee Story as writer/director Attila Gyula Balazs and producer/actor Bryce Barfield discuss their creative process. This conversation breaks down the development of KNOT: The Fred G. Lee Story, offering a look at how an independent film project moves from concept to production. Whether you are an aspiring filmmaker or simply interested in the mechanics of mo...

Set along Norway's west coast, SANDY FANNIES follows sixteen-year-old Aurora, played by Jenny Evensen and her mother played by Silje Breivick during a day spent naked on a secluded beach, far removed from the routines and distractions of everyday life. 3As their conversation grows increasingly candid, discussions of sex, love, and past mistakes begin to unsettle the familiar roles of parent and ch...

Half-Filipina kickboxer Nia played by Isabel Lamers sees a chance to finally belong by joining a prestigious Filipino Martial Arts team in this action packed short film KAYA, an official selection at the Tribeca Film Festival. When top-down gym owner, Angel, turns Nia down, Nia secretly starts training with queer outcast Malic, who introduces her not only to the techniques of FMA, but to the philo...

A GIRL CALLED ALICE is set in London, that is gripped by a surge in mobile phone thefts, the mysterious Alice is whispered about as one of the most talented thieves on the streets. When crime boss Tariq challenges her to a contest to determine who is truly the city's best, Alice finds herself immersed in a criminal network trafficking thousands of stolen devices. As tensions rise and police survei...

Go behind the scenes of documentary filmmaking with director Annabelle Marshall and editor Sabrine DaHaut. Learn how they crafted the short film Fabric. This conversation provides an inside look at the creative decisions and production challenges involved in bringing the Fabric documentary to life. Annabelle Marshall, an award-winning director and cinematographer, joins co-producer and editor Sabr...

LIFE GOES ON could be compared to Groundhog Day, as it’s not about time, but about personal transformation.  One of the film's strongest themes is that people often assume their loved ones already know how they feel. Yet many people reach the end of life with words left unsaid: "I love you," "I'm proud of you," "Thank you," or "I'm sorry." Again, the time loop becomes a dramatization of that reali...

LAST MINUTE, a charming and fast-paced comedy short written and directed by Michael Cusumano will make its New York Premiere as an official selection at Tribeca Festival.   Set in 1989, before the internet reshaped everyone’s lives, LAST MINUTE follows Jackie (Charity Schubert), a single mother forced into a late-night scramble when her 12-year-old son waits until the eve of a major school assignm...

On the surface, it is the story of a man standing at a crossroads, forced to choose between the destiny he has long imagined for himself and the responsibility he feels toward the people he loves. But beneath that choice lies something far more universal—the quiet sacrifices that define so many lives. What makes Getar Hero such a remarkable achievement is its understanding that the most profound b...

Learn costume design secrets from Antoinette Messam, an award-winning professional with over 30 years of industry experience. In this interview, we sit down with Antoinette Messam to discuss the creative process behind her work on major projects like The Bluff on Amazon Prime, Creed, and The Book of Clarence. Whether you are an aspiring stylist or a film enthusiast, this conversation provides a ra...

My guest today is Patrick McGilligan, a film biographer and historian. His many works include the New York Times Notable Books George Cukor: A Double Life and Fritz Lang: The Nature of the Beast, the Edgar Award finalist Alfred Hitchcock: A Life in Darkness and Light, and the life stories of Jack Nicholson, Clint Eastwood, Robert Altman, Oscar Micheaux, Mel Brooks, and Woody Allen.  Patrick is als...

Nick Davis’ THIS ORDINARY THING leaves us with a truth that is both inspiring and deeply unsettling. The Holocaust did not begin with concentration camps. It began with hatred tolerated, prejudice ignored, and the gradual acceptance of the idea that some lives mattered less than others. What makes this documentary so powerful is that it reminds us that history is not simply a collection of dates a...

In this interview, Sadhvi Sadhali Sri discusses the realities of dealing with hormonal imbalance during midlife. Many women feel isolated by their symptoms, but this conversation offers a necessary perspective on why you are not alone in this experience. We discuss the motivations behind her documentary series and why addressing hormone health openly is essential for millions of women today. Under...

Liron Topaz’s animated short film, an official selection at this year's Tribeca Film Festival, SABA takes us into an abstract and symbolic world where gravity is reversed, a unique bond forms between a grandfather and his grandson. As Saba, the grandfather guides the boy through this surreal reality, a violent storm strikes, tearing one of the ropes anchoring their home - and with it, their life t...

Ethan Daniel Corbett stars in the new feature film ASTROLATRY, about an obsessive loner's infatuation with a beauty cream model propels him into violent delusions after an alien meteor crash-lands onto his rooftop. The film has strong sexual overtones, but the acting performance from Ethan truly outshines the storyline. The film is both sci-fi, drama, and a bit campy, but that’s what makes for a f...

Wesley Wang’s incredible short film VIOLET AND MARLOWE ROB A BANK brings with it a wildly inventive story of resistance, partnership, and survival. Blending action, satire, and music with a striking animated style, the film offers a sharp and unexpected take on power and rebellion through an entirely original lens. What begins as a series of daring factory heists quickly evolves into a larger act...

FOREIGN TONGUE is a romantic comedy infused with magical realism, embracing the absurdity of everyday life while offering a grounded, honest portrayal of the world we all pretend to understand. First, this is a must see feature film. A new twist on the rom-com genre, that we desperately need back in the theaters. A humorous, yet heartfelt and endearing film that will help you look at the world in...