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Veteran Television host Ward W. Bond brings you the in-depth interviews with the top film directors, producers, screenwriters, editors, composers, actors and more. Learn about the art and beauty of filmmaking. Meet award winning film professionals as they tell their side of the creative journey of movie-making. The ”Bond on Cinema” podcast is interviews with filmmakers for filmmakers. Bond on Cinema is also available on Prime Video and YouTube

  1. 2 HR AGO

    Katy Lea Cannon: The Story Behind WorldFest's 50+ Year Legacy, Film Strategy and more!

    Katy Lea Cannon is the Executive Director of WorldFest - Houston International Film Festival, one of the longest-running independent film festivals in the world. She is leading the festival into its next chapter, honoring the legacy of its late founder and her father, Hunter Todd, while expanding its impact through filmmaker support, industry programming, and community engagement. In addition to her film festival work, Katy Lea is a well-being facilitator and yoga teacher, integrating somatic practices into creative spaces to support sustainable, inspired storytelling. For all you filmmakers out there, I encourage you to submit your films to WorldFest, the Houston International Film Festival later this year. This year’s festival runs from April 24th to May 3rd, 2026 at Memorial City Mall Cinemark. So many films, even a retrospective Oscar block, a great night to show indie filmmakers that you can reach the Oscars with your very first film. There will be seminars, panels, plenty of networking as Houston and Texas is becoming one of the most sought after locations for filmmaking with incredible tax incentives for both independents and studios. #filmfestival #filmfestivals #filmfestivalstrategy #film #cinema #filmmaking #filmmaker #filmdirector #screenwriter #documentaries #shortfilm #shortfilms #featurefilms #oscars #BAFTA

    59 min

  2. 6 HR AGO

    Sam Hayes' POOLS Feature Film Interview | Is he the Modern Day John Hughes?

    Sam Hayes’ feature film POOLS is about a young woman Kennedy who has one day to get herself together or get kicked out of school for good. Instead of buckling down, she rallies a ragtag crew for a midnight pool-hopping adventure through the lavish estates of her college town. But under the surface, Kennedy is searching for answers to the questions tearing her up inside in the wake of her father's death. As the secrets spill, this wild escape becomes a cathartic journey of self-discovery. I love coming-of-age stories and this one is full of realism and many young people today will fully relate to the wonderful storyline Sam Hayes has brought to the silver screen. Hollywood needs to make more films like this one. Remember the days of The Breakfast Club, Sixteen Candles, St. Elmo’s Fire and now we have POOLS. A must see film. #film #featurefilm #independentfilm #filmmaker #filmmaking #filmdirector #johnhughes #entertainment #filmcritic #rogerebert #chicago #comingofagestory #comingofage #youth #cinema #cinematography

    48 min

  3. 8 HR AGO

    Director Ali Marsh discusses her short PITTSBURGH | A Coming of Age Story of a 9 Year Old Girl

    Ali Marsh’s PITTSBURGH is both a period piece and a coming of age story all rolled into one. It’s 1979 and scrappy 9-year-old Mints is eager to wrap up a visit with her needy divorced dad. Mints' solo flight home is re-routed to Pittsburgh, where for one chaotic night she is left in the care of a boozy stewardess and a hard-nosed Granny. As she witnesses the unreliability of the adults around her, she becomes her own protector, leading her to make a pivotal decision. PITTSBURGH is a wonderful, it captures the essence of the late 1970s in every detail. The decor, the wardrobe, the storyline, cinematography and the color grading is spot on. I’m keeping my eye on this film during its festival run. #shortfilm #film #comingofage #comingofagestory #Pittsburgh #cinema #cinematography #filmmaker #filmmaking #filmdirector #filmproducer #entertainment #filmcritic #filmreview

    37 min

  4. 2 DAYS AGO

    Javier Cano Larumbe on Creating VOID

    The haunting psychological horror short VOID, written and directed by Javier Cano Larumbe, has been officially selected for the Cleveland International Film Festival. Drawing directly from the director’s childhood experience of navigating his parents’ divorce, the film transforms personal memory into a chilling exploration of fear, emotional isolation, and the inner world of a child struggling to be heard. VOID follows eight-year-old Félix, a boy who becomes convinced that a sinister presence has taken hold in his home. While the adults around him remain distracted and unaware, Félix is left to confront a darkness that feels both external and deeply internal. What begins as a familiar childhood fear of the dark evolves into something more complex and unsettling, a manifestation of confusion, anxiety, and the unspoken emotional turmoil of a family in crisis. At its core, the film examines the disconnect between children and adults in moments of upheaval. Through the lens of horror, Javier Cano Larumbe explores how children often lack the language to articulate their emotions, while adults fail to recognize the depth of what is being expressed. The result is a powerful metaphorical narrative in which fear becomes the only available form of communication. I found this film refreshing with it’s focused storytelling and using the horror element to convey an important message to parents who are going through divorce. Learn to listen to your children and realize they are dealing with your current situation as well as its aftermath. The film is haunting, but a very powerful short film and this is another film I will be keeping my eyes on through the film festival season. #shortfilm #film #cinema #pyschologicalhorror #psychologicalthriller #suspensethriller #filmmaking #filmmaker #filmdirector #filmproducer #bondoncinema #filmfestival

    43 min

  5. 5 DAYS AGO

    Filmmaker Benny Chen's short HAND: Navigating the Realities of life in the USA in a time of Anti-Asian Hate

    HAND follows Lin, a middle-aged undocumented cook working in a small Chinese restaurant in California, as he struggles to navigate the realities of life in the United States. Caught between the demands of economic survival and a deepening sense of isolation, he begins to confront the personal cost of remaining invisible in a society where anti-Asian hostility continues to rise beyond his workplace. Through this intimate portrait, the film explores the tensions of immigrant life and reveals how dignity, fear, and resilience coexist under constant pressure. It’s hard to fathom that we are still living in a society where racism is strong as ever. America has always been the land of opportunity, but today’s social climate is causing us to forget who we really are as people and as Americans. Benny Chen’s short film HAND is a powerful reminder that we have not grown as a people, possibly regressed as one. We need more films like this one to remind us that empathy, kindness and compassion can go a long way in making those who are coming to the land of opportunity feel welcome. #antiasianhate #asian #shortfilm #shortfilms #film #cinema #filmmaker #filmmaking #filmdirector #society #america #empathy #kindness

    29 min

  6. 6 DAYS AGO

    Anna Rodgers Discusses GRACE, a short film about Love and Disabilities

    GRACE follows a woman in her late twenties with Down Syndrome as she navigates adulthood, independence, and her first serious romantic relationship. As Grace (Fiadhnait Canning) grows closer to her boyfriend Tommy, their relationship is met with hesitation from those around them, who continue to make decisions on their behalf believing they are acting in their best interest. As she begins to find her voice, Grace pushes back against these constraints, challenging long-held assumptions about her capacity and autonomy to define her own life. The film is grounded in the context of Ireland’s Assisted Decision-Making Act 2015, enacted in 2023, which affirms that all adults have the right to make decisions about their own lives. Through Grace’s journey, the film reflects a broader societal shift toward autonomy, dignity, and inclusion for people with intellectual disabilities especially when it comes to romantic experiences. Making her screen debut, Fiadhnait Canning is a 28-year-old woman with Down Syndrome, an advocate, and a public speaker on inclusion and disability. She holds a certificate in Psychology from Yale University and is the author of In My Own Words. Her co-star Luca Malocco Mulville is also an actor with an intellectual disability and performs the role of the boyfriend Tommy in his first on screen role. This is one of most powerful short films I have ever seen. The depth of story and the depth of conversation this film brings to the forefront is something we can no longer ignore. Our world lacks empathy and it lacks understanding, because many people today live by assumptions, stereotypes  and are unwilling to listen and learn. GRACE opens up that conversation on a grand scale. Yes, this film brought tears to my eyes, not in sadness, but in opening my eyes of understanding. The film is beautiful on every level. The story, the acting, the cinematography, the music score, but more importantly, its message to the world. Just because your different, you deserve the same level of love and respect. #downsyndrome #disability #lovestory #film #cinema #bondoncinema #filmmaker #filmmaking #filmdirector #cinematography #storytelling #actor #acting

    39 min

  7. 6 DAYS AGO

    Filmmakers Eliza Power & Philip Clyde-Smith Discuss their Horror-Comedy Short A HAND TO HOLD

    The dark comedy horror short A Hand to Hold, written by playwright Eliza Power and directed by award-winning filmmaker Philip Clyde-Smith, has been officially selected for the 50th edition of the Cleveland International Film Festival. Blending sharp humor, cinematic storytelling, and striking Hollywood-grade makeup and special effects, the film delivers a bold genre experience that mixes laughs with unsettling horror. With its mix of sharp comedy, striking practical effects, and an accomplished cast and creative team, A Hand to Hold promises audiences a wickedly entertaining genre short that proves horror and humor can be a perfect match. We are seeing a rise in horror comedy short films and thank goodness for that as we need to let our dark side laugh a little bit more. A HAND TO HOLD is short film with the storyline, look and feel of a top-rated feature film and I could see this short being created as a feature film. This short was just the tip of the iceberg as I can see so much more dark humor come out of this story. Everything about A HAND TO HOLD was done with excellence from the acting, cinematography, special effects and even the ending song just capped off a stellar film that you have got to see to believe. A HAND TO HOLD is both about holding on and letting go and not in the ways you would expect. This film is a winner in my book. #shortfilm #comedy #horror #horrorcomedy #filmmaking #filmmaker #ireland #filmdirector #cinema #bondoncinema #filmfestival #screenwrtier

    43 min

  8. 9 APR

    Why This Animated Short Film Feels So Real | Director Anna Esteves Interview

    Ladies and gentlemen, at its heart, Christopher & The Bug follows Christopher, a reclusive owl whose quiet, solitary life is disrupted when a tiny, uninvited bug moves into his home. What begins as a series of comical attempts to reclaim his space gradually transforms into an unexpected journey toward connection. As Christopher confronts his own fears and misunderstandings, he discovers the transformative power of empathy, companionship, and opening oneself up to others. Christopher and the Bug is a heartwarming short film about a reclusive owl whose peaceful solitude is disrupted when a tiny bug unknowingly moves into his home. Determined to get rid of the uninvited guest, the owl embarks on a series of comical yet misguided attempts to reclaim his space. However, as their paths intertwine, he discovers the transformative power of friendship, empathy, and inclusion. This charming tale, designed to resonate with audiences of all ages, reminds us to embrace differences and find connection in unexpected places. It is wonderful to see animated films like this one. The animation is A-list quality, the storytelling is endearing, funny and heartwarming. Everything about this animated short already screams award winning and I will be following it’s journey this year for sure. #animation #animatedshort #film #cinema #shortfilm #filmmaker #filmmaking #filmdirector #screenwriter

    34 min
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Veteran Television host Ward W. Bond brings you the in-depth interviews with the top film directors, producers, screenwriters, editors, composers, actors and more. Learn about the art and beauty of filmmaking. Meet award winning film professionals as they tell their side of the creative journey of movie-making. The ”Bond on Cinema” podcast is interviews with filmmakers for filmmakers. Bond on Cinema is also available on Prime Video and YouTube

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