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Bond on Cinema

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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34:17

Animated Short Film HURIKAN: The City of Prague and...

Bond on Cinema ·

2025/10/16

My guests today are director Jan Saska, illustrator Marek Pokorny and Kamila Dohnalova and their animated short film HURIKAN.Jan Saska is a Czech director of animated films and author of several comics. After obtaining a diploma in classical animation from the University of Tomá? He continued his studies at the Faculty of Cinema and Television of the Academy of Arts of the Prague show (FAMU). The previous film, Assault, won prizes at festivals in Portugal and Russia. Happy End, his license film,

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40:48

The Inspiring Story of Lisa Dahl's Rise to Restaurant...

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2025/10/14

My guest today is restaurateur Lisa Dahl who leads an empire of exquisite restaurants in beautiful Sedona, AZ that are ranked among the best dining destinations in the world. A self-taught chef who began her culinary journey in Sedona following the tragic death of her beloved son Justin. Lisa inspires those who have suffered their own hardships by bringing them joy and nourishment one dish at a time. For nearly 30 years, Lisa Dahl has been among the upper echelon of women chefs/restauranteurs

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81:14

Acclaimed Actress Caroline Goodall: Short Films,...

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2025/10/12

My guest today is Caroline Goodall, internationally known as a leading actress who has starred in some of the biggest blockbusters of the 1990’s including Schindler’s List, Hook, Cliffhanger, Disclosure, White Squall and The Princess Diaries.As a writer, in addition to "The Bay of Silence" for Radiant Pictures, credits include screen adaptations of Rupert Thomson's "Dreams Of Leaving" for HKM Films. A former member of The Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre of Great Britain, Caroline

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32:50

Oscar-Qualified Animated Short MY BROTHER, MY...

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2025/10/12

MY BROTHER, MY BROTHER Animated Short Film Abdelrahman Dnewar is a filmmaker from Egypt, who is based in Berlin, Germany. He started his film career in 2012 when his first animated short film “The Super Twins” was selected by the Ghetto Film School in Los Angeles to be shown at their section in Sundance Film Festival. Abdallah Dnewar is an Egyptian filmmaker who started his career as a writer. He reviewed books at Ahram Online in 2010 after which he published his first collection of short stories

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47:33

Filmmaker Kareem Tabsch Discusses NAKED AMBITION Doc...

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2025/10/11

My guest today is director Kareem Tabsch. Kareem is an Emmy-nominated filmmaker whose work focuses on documenting that which exists on the fringes of mainstream society. His feature films include Mucho Mucho Amor and The Last Resort and the short film Dolphin Lover. Kareem's work has been included at prestigious festivals like Sundance, SXSW, HotDocs and has been featured in outlets like The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, and NPR among others. Kareem is here today to talk about their newest full

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29:26

Madison Lawlor's STELLAR Performance in PURSUED Beats...

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2025/10/08

My guest today is Madison Lawlor, a multifaceted actress and writer whose compelling performances and creative vision have made waves across both indie film and television. She grew up in Rapid City, South Dakota, where endless days spent running through fields and forests sparked a boundless imagination. From a young age, she filled the daylight with make-believe stories and characters, a habit that would eventually shape her life’s path. At sixteen, she moved to Los Angeles with a singular focus:

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35:04

What REALLY Happens When Jewish and Muslim Traditions...

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2025/10/07

My guests today are writer/director Alexander Saul and producer Rebecca Pruzan and their short film SNIPPED. Alexander Saul is a screenwriter and director and has worked on a number of narrative sketches and short films. In 2020, his first short film DARLING premiered in competition at the Odense International Film Festival. In 2022, he followed up with the short film VALERIE. That same year, he won the first prize in the pitch competition Pitch Me Baby at the OFF Awards for his project LOVESICK,

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32:11

Writer/Director Natalia León's Animated Short Film...

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2025/10/06

My guest today is filmmaker Natalia León. She left Mexico at the age of 17 to study at the National School of Decorative Arts in Paris, where she specialized in animation. Passionate about writing and storytelling, she decided to complete her training at The School of Visual Arts in New York, where she studied screenwriting and directing. In 2021, during her final year at ENSAD, she wrote and developed the project Como si la tierra se las hubiera tragado, translated to AS IF THE EARTH HAD SWALLOWED

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52:32

Rippin Sindher’s Oscar-qualified FLIGHT 182 is...

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2025/09/27

My guest today is Rippin Sindher, an award-winning filmmaker and producer with industry experience spanning the Directors Guild of America and major network television. She is a two-time recipient of the Bank of America Big Tell Film Award, which backed her anti-hate documentary SEVA, earning special Congressional recognition. On the narrative front, Rippin wrote, directed and produced Broken Drawer and The Hideout — both won multiple festival awards and landed her a feature film writing

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36:41

What Makes Scars We Love So Special? An interview...

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2025/09/23

My guests today are writer/director Raphael Jouzeau and producer Francesca Betteni-Barnes and their award winning short film SCARS WE LOVE. Raphaël Jouzeau is a cartoonist, illustrator, and filmmaker. He works as a storyboarder on various live-action and animation projects, notably on the series Boys Boys Boys directed by Valentine Vendroux. He is also an animator for Hermès, the luxury brand bringing their illustrators' designs to life. Producer Francesca Betteni-Barnes studied modern literature

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38:42

Film Composer Michael Llewelyn Barker Shares Secrets...

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2025/09/19

My guest today is Michael Llewelyn Barker, a film composer known for his evocative and immersive scores. His music blends a rich palette of analogue synths, sampling techniques, and tape textures with acoustic and amplified instrumentation, ranging from intimate solo performances and chamber groups to full orchestral forces.A lifelong cinephile, Michael has an innate sense for the pace, rhythm, and emotional depth of a scene. He has led the music department on over thirty projects, including short

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44:06

Champion Hoop Dancer turned Filmmaker, Eric...

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2025/09/09

My guest today is filmmaker Eric Hernandez. He is a proud member of the Lumbee Tribe, is an esteemed Native American hoop dancer with over 20 years of experience. Mentored by Terry Goedel, Eric's skills took center stage as the lead in Cirque du Soleil's TOTEM, touring over 17 countries. A recent TEDx speaker, his mission is to challenge stereotypes and spread ancestral wisdom about Native Americans through the art of hoop dance. Now, Eric brings his story to the screen as the writer and director

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48:05

Writer/Actress Lisa Brenner's Feature Film ONE BIG...

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2025/09/08

My guest today is writer/producer/actress Lisa Brenner, who is best known for her role as "Anne Howard" in the classic American Revolutionary War film, The Patriot. She starred in many indie films such as Cesar Chavez, Finding Home, What Boys Want, Bad Samaritan and The Remains. Lisa also guest starred in numerous television shows such as all three CSI's, Criminal Minds, The Mentalist, Leverage, Perception, Almost Paradise, My Life in Pieces and SyFy’s The Ark. Aside from acting, Lisa has produced

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37:49

TOO GOOD Short Film: What if Life's BIGGEST Questions...

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2025/09/07

My guest today is filmmaker Meron Alon. Her newest short film TOO GOOD brings both irreverent humor and philosophical weight. The film invites viewers to question their own assumptions about choices, consequences and worthiness. The film’s powerhouse cast elevates its sharp, playful script. Six-time Emmy-winning actor Jean Smart reigns supreme as a jaded, no-nonsense God, bringing both bite and surprising warmth to her portrayal of the Almighty. Opposite her, comedian and actor Lil Rel Howery

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35:56

Mike Flynt's TRUE STORY: Playing College Football at...

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2025/09/06

Mike Flynt, the real-life inspiration behind the new movie, The Senior. He attended Sul Ross State University on a full football scholarship and earned a degree in Physical Education and Business. He served as the first Strength and Conditioning Coach in the PAC-10 at the University of Oregon, supporting 16 men’s ad women’s varsity teams. He later held the same role at Texas A&M University, overseeing training for 18 sports programs. In 2007, at age of 59, Flynt returned to Sul Ross State

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44:29

Director Ash Blodgett's Short MAY I PUT YOU ON HOLD?...

Bond on Cinema ·

2025/09/02

Award winning director Ash Blodgett who is passionate about telling stories that spotlight modern social issues through the lens of comedy. Her short films have screened at major festivals around the world. In 2022, Ash was selected for the Women In Film Mentoring Program and was later hired to direct a live-action recreation of a scene from LAIKA Studios’ Oscar-nominated film ParaNorman to celebrate its 10-year anniversary. Her 2023 short Good Grief won Best Cinematography at the Worldwide Women’s

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55:10

Writer/Director Lee Knight's Brilliant Short A FRIEND...

Bond on Cinema ·

2025/08/30

My guest today is Lee Knight, an actor, writer, and director with a passion for storytelling across stage & screen. As an actor, Lee recently appeared as Rosencrantz alongside Sir Ian McKellen in 'Hamlet' on Amazon Prime, 'Vigil 2' on BBC1, 'The Stolen Girl' on Disney+ and the upcoming series ‘Talamasca’ on ABC+.His other screen credits include 'Harry Potter & the Goblet of Fire', 'Sherlock', 'The Last Letter from Your Lover', 'The Trial of Christine Keeler’, and BBC’s 'The North Water’

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58:48

Director Jordan Murphy Doidge & Actor Archie Yates...

Bond on Cinema ·

2025/08/26

My guests today are director Jordan Murphy Doidge and actor Archie Yates and their short film CLOUT.Jordan has a wealth of experience working with luxury brands. A natural storyteller, inspired and driven by opportunities to collaborate across multimedia strategies to enhance brand objectives. He utilizes his years of experience and global network to conceive, drive and deliver distinctive and effective content for a broad range of industries. Previous clients include Land Rover, Breitling, Rolls

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46:43

Hoku Uchiyama's Short WHITCH, a Horror Comedy that...

Bond on Cinema ·

2025/08/26

My guest today is award winning filmmaker Hoku Uchiyama who is a lover of fantasy films, horror and animation. His directing work has garnered tens of millions of online views and has been screened in festivals around the world. The work has also been featured at the LA County Museum of Art and in a series produced by the Modern Art museum Centre Pompidou of Paris. Hoku broke ground with his award winning music video for Jason Webley and Amanda Palmer's "Have You Seen My Sister Evelyn?" He and his

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01:04:13

RECESSES Short Film: What REALLY Happens When Kids'...

Bond on Cinema ·

2025/08/25

My guest today is writer/director Dylan Trupiano. His work has screened at festivals including Oscar-Qualifying HollyShorts Film Festival, Flickers’ Rhode Island International Film Festival and New/Next Film Festival. He was one of 50 directors from around the world selected for Playlab Films' Creators Lab in 2022. RECESSES, the latest film from Dylan Trupiano, is currently making its way through the festival circuit after winning the Panavision New Filmmaker Grant. Partly inspired by the director’s

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