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Ward W. Bond
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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. 9H AGO

    Director Harald Swinkels Reveals the Horrific Truth Hidden in Plain Sight in His Film ODESSA

    Our guest today is Harold Swinkels, a Dutch writer and director, whose shortfilm "ODESSA" has garnered significant international acclaim. This unique movie, stands as a testament to his innovative film making style. We discuss his journey and the creative process behind his award-winning work, which has been recognized at numerous film festival events. In the wake of WWII, a devoted father guides his fleeing family across the Dolomites. He is gentle with his son. And running for a reason. Odessa follows a fleeing family navigating a fractured and dangerous world, as Josef, his wife Irene, and their young son Rolf journey across rugged terrain in search of safety. What begins as a tense and emotional survival story gradually transforms into something far more complex and unsettling. As moments of kindness and sanctuary give way to suspicion and pursuit, the film quietly destabilizes the audience’s sense of trust, culminating in a powerful and disquieting revelation that reframes everything that came before.At its core, Odessa interrogates the nature of empathy and the dangers of surface-level judgment. The film invites audiences to confront their own instincts: who we choose to trust, why we extend compassion, and how easily those instincts can be manipulated. By aligning viewers with a family in crisis, Odessa deliberately draws them into an emotional perspective that becomes increasingly difficult to reconcile. ODESSA is a haunting film. On the outside, just a family fleeing to another country for a better life. But on the inside, the father carries with him one of the most horrific secrets and crimes known to mankind. And yet, he is a father who wants the best for his wife and son. But he never considered the use of empathy when he was sending others to the crematories or firing squads or his medical experiments. ODESSA shows how complex human nature is and what we see is brilliant storytelling and filmmaking. As Harald has stated, monsters don’t come dressed as monsters and by the time we realize who they are, it’s usually too late.#film #cinema #filmmaking #filmdirector #interview #bondoncinema #movie #filmmaker #friendship #wwii #wwiihistory #josefmengele #auschwitz #austria #italy #dolomites #alps #odessa #ssofficial #concentrationcamps

    53 min

  2. 2D AGO

    Director Paige Morrow Kimball Discusses Her Powerful Short WAIT: Hope and Healing after Shame & Guilt

    Paige Morrow Kimball’s WAIT is a powerful short film. When the main character Evie agrees to meet Matt, a guy from her past, Evie, 23, harbors a deep trauma. She agrees to meet Matt, 25, the guy who sexually assaulted her in high school, for an apology seven years in the making. Bubbling just beneath is a rawer version of Evie, her 16 year old self, who says what adult Evie is too afraid to say. Matt doesn’t remember what he did, only that “something happened.” Once a rising musician, Matt was derailed by drugs, alcohol, and a guilt he couldn’t name. Evie takes him back to that night and as past and present blur, she confronts her rage, and misplaced shame, as the 16 year old Evie urges her to speak the truth that might set her free. At its core, WAIT is about silence, shame, and what happens when those things stay buried. But it’s also about hope and the possibility of healing. I want audiences to walk away feeling that even the hardest experiences can be spoken, and that when they are, something begins to shift. Silence prevents healing in the victim. The silence is multi-facet from no one believing you or just trying to hide the fact that it happened. #film #filmmaker #filmdirector #filmmaking #cinema #bondoncinema #cinematography #storytelling #sexualassaultsurvivor #intimacycoordinator

    52 min

  3. 3D AGO

    Director Marcellus Cox's Short JAMARCUS ROSE & DA 5 BULLET HOLES Film Discussion: Based on a True Story

    We sit down with award-winning writer-director Marcellus Cox, whose extensive work in filmmaking has graced over 200 international film festivals. His independent film projects have garnered more than 150 international awards, showcasing his talent as a movie director. This segment highlights his significant contributions to film production, including his acclaimed short film works. JAMARCUS ROSE & DA 5 BULLET HOLES, a film inspired by true events about a talented high school MLB prospect who spends the day with his newly minted mentor from the Big Brothers of America program. This is a powerful film that will resonate with young and old audiences across the nation. A much needed film about not only the importance of mentorship, but also to help youth today to realize no matter what race or creed they are, not let their what others think about them hold them back. #film #truestory #filmdirector #interview #moviedirector #bondoncinema #movie #cinema #filmmaking #filmmaker #MLB #baseball #bigbrother

    42 min

  4. 4D AGO

    Director Kendra Monet Discusses Her Short Film ATTACHED - A Psychological Thriller

    Kendra Monet’s psychological short film ATTACHED, centers around a woman in her mid to late twenties named Draya. She is a struggling actress and recently broke up with her longtime boyfriend Davon. She deals with the anxieties of everyday life and healing from a relationship that continues to haunt her. The film opens with a flashback of Draya killing her ex-boyfriend Davon after an argument that ends their relationship. A dark metaphor for Draya's complex emotions of love and loss. Davon continues to haunt her throughout the film as an eerie reminder of the past. At the same time, Draya faces the harsh reality of rejection from acting auditions and the uncertainty of her own future. The possibility of eviction looms over her as she tries to pick up the pieces of her life and cope with how she can move forward to create the life that she has always dreamed of. Attached chronicles the journey of a young woman seeking to discover herself and heal from the constant rejection and reclaim the lack of control that she constantly feels over her own life. The complex emotional landscape of Draya provides audiences a mirror into their experiences with a horrifying twist that elevates and heightens our own insecurities, fears and anxieties about our own unknown reality. ATTACHED has a wonderful and relatable storyline. The cinematography looks and feels like a feature film which I love. The acting is on point in every scene and the music score and choice of songs fit the vibe of the whole film. #suspensethriller #psychologicalthriller #thriller #shortfilm #film #filmmaker #filmmaking #filmdirector #filmproduction #bondoncinema #cinema #cinematography

    46 min

  5. 5D AGO

    Actress Eva Birthistle & Director Colin McIvor Discuss the Northern Irish Feature Film NO ORDINARY HEIST

    We sit down with director Colin McIvor and actress Eva Birthistle to discuss their exciting new film, "No Ordinary Heist." This new film is based on the true story of the 2004 Northern Bank robbery, offering a fresh take on a notorious bank heist. Get ready for a thrilling cinematic experience! Anchored by a quietly commanding turn from Eddie Marsan and guided with a steady, assured hand by Colin McIvor, NO ORDINARY HEIST proves to be far more than a retelling of a notorious crime—it’s a deeply human story wrapped in tension and restraint. Eddie Marsan brings a layered vulnerability to Richard Murray, capturing the silent unraveling of a man caught in unimaginable circumstances, while Colin McIvor resists spectacle in favor of authenticity and emotional truth. What emerges is a gripping, character-driven drama that lingers long after the credits roll. It’s not just about the heist itself, but the unseen cost—the weight of fear, responsibility, and survival. For audiences seeking a crime film with substance, nuance, and a powerful central performance, NO ORDINARY HEIST is well worth the watch. Actress Eva Birthistle, recently starred in Series 2 of Bad Sisters for Apple TV, opposite Anne Marie Duff, Sharon Horgan, Sarah Greene and Eve Hewson. The show won Best Drama Series and Best Supporting Actress at the 2023 BAFTA awards. She is best known for her role in Ken Loach’s A Fond Kiss which saw her win a London Critics Circle Film Award. She also starred in the Oscar nominated Brooklyn for John Crowley. She can be seen in the hit Netflix show The Last Kingdom. #bankobbery #northernireland #filmdirector #interview #moviedirector #bondoncinema #movie #cinema #filmmaking #filmmaker

    58 min

  6. MAY 6

    YARD SALEING: When a Garage Sale Item Becomes a Crime Caper: An Interview with Director Tom Logan

    Tom Logan and Michael Tove’s short film YARD SALEING is a delight to watch and when it ends you will be wanting more, just like me. YARD SALEING has an all-star cast which gives it a feature film feel to it. What could be better than a suburban house white caught up in a crime drama.  After an exhibit of the Dubai Crown Gems are stolen and never recovered, suburbanites Jim and Sally Marsh stumble onto clues to their whereabouts. Despite Jim's initial resistance, they embark on a quest to recover the diamonds and collect the One Million Dollar reward. However, as soon as they do, things go from bad to worse, resulting in consequences that are completely unexpected. #shortfilm #crimecomedy #crimedrama #comedy #drama #dramedy #filmmaking #filmmaker #film #cinema #bondoncinema

    1h 14m

  7. MAY 1

    The Chaplain & The Doctor: Two Unlikely Allies Expose Broken Healthcare

    THE CHAPLAIN AND THE DOCTOR is filled with warmth and humor, this buddy film follows two unlikely allies working to bring curiosity, connection, and compassion to a broken healthcare system - one patient at a time. Betty Clark is an 80-year-old, African American chaplain on staff at The Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus, the level-one trauma center in Oakland, California. Jessica Zitter is a white Jewish physician who has been Betty’s colleague on the Palliative Care service for over a decade. The two women are an unlikely team: chaplains and doctors do not usually pair up within the hierarchical and siloed halls of the hospital. Dr. Zitter, trained to believe in medical interventions and science, was not seeking a relationship with a chaplain. And Chaplain Clark never expected the doctor to take interest in her work.  But with time, the two women’s shared values and history overcome the forces that keep them apart, and they go on to do their best work together.  THE CHAPLAIN & THE DOCTOR models a new kind of care, one that honors both spirit and body, the diverse backgrounds of patients, and the most human needs we all share.  This is a must see film documentary not just about the story of two women who take their purpose and professions to help others, but we see that it help each other to become even better versions of themselves. #healtcare #doctor #chaplain #documentary #film #filmmaker #filmmaking #filmdirector #bondoncinema #medicine #faith #spiritual #healing

    43 min

  8. MAY 1

    50 Days Alone on the Most Dangerous Island in Scotland - The Edge of Existence

    Aaron Wheeler’s latest feature documentary, THE EDGE OF EXISTENCE, tells the story of electronics lecturer Cam Cameron, as he attempts to survive on the UK’s most remote and dangerous island, Rockall, for a record 50 days to prove his strength to himself and inspire his family. This story attempts to understand the nature of adventure itself in an attempt to explore the true costs and benefits of such a journey into the unknown. This film is about man versus nature, but also man versus himself. There are those brave souls that attempt things that many of feel don’t make any sense, but if there is a mountain, it is meant to be climbed. THE EDGE OF EXISTENCE shows us one man’s dream, determination and maybe a bit of crazy, but crazy can help us achieve the impossible. This film is an inspiring to millions and I hope you check it out when it comes to a film festival near you. #rockall #scotland #filmdirector #filmmaking #documentaries #documentary #survival #ambition #goals #filmmaker #film #bondoncinema #ocean #northsea

    48 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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    Ward W. Bond
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
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