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Now Streaming: ‘Bound,’ a Raw Tale of Survival and Redemption

Acclaimed indie drama Bound is now streaming. Courtesy photo, used with permission.

Indie Drama Bound Now Streaming on Major Platforms

📍 Los Angeles, CA – Freestyle Digital Media has officially released the acclaimed indie drama Bound, now available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video, YouTube, Google Play, Fandango at Home, and Apple TV.

Centered around themes of found family, survival, and forgiveness, Bound is a raw, emotionally charged story that has captivated audiences across the festival circuit. Since its world premiere at Dances With Films, the film has earned an impressive 11 wins and 34 nominations.

🎬 About the Film

Bound marks the directorial debut of Broadway actor Isaac Hirotsu Woofter (War Horse), who also wrote the screenplay. Inspired by true events, the film tells the story of a young artist who escapes her drug-dealing stepfather, fleeing to New York City with only her pet flying squirrel. There, she reinvents herself with the support of a new, unconventional family—only to later return home to confront her past and truly find freedom.

⭐ Cast

  • Ramin Karimloo (Holby City)
  • Jessica Pimentel (Orange is the New Black)
  • Alexandra Faye Sadeghian (Ditch Boys)
  • Bryant Carroll (Hit Man)
  • Pooya Mohseni (The Walking Dead: Dead City)
  • Jaye Alexander (film debut)
  • Bandit the flying squirrel

🎞️ Film Details

  • Genre: Drama / Crime / Thriller
  • Run Time: 1 hr 41 min

🎤 Director’s Statement

“From outdoor Shakespeare to Lincoln Center, I spent 25 years telling other people’s stories. Five years ago I decided to tell my own story. We’re thrilled to finally bring this gritty underdog tale to your screen. I like gut-punching movies that take you for an emotional ride, so strap on your hard hat and fasten your seatbelt. Let’s go.”
— Isaac Hirotsu Woofter

If you’re a fan of indie cinema with grit, heart, and originality, Bound is a must-watch. Add it to your watchlist today and experience one of the most talked-about indie films of the year.

“Films like Bound are great examples of what true independent filmmaking should look like” — Film Threat

“This pulse-pounding thriller is bound to move audiences on an emotional level. Once you see Bound, it will be impossible to forget it.” — Digital Journal 

“Evoking early Sean Baker, Woofter brings together an excellent cast and gives them idiosyncratic and interesting characters.” — Flickering Myth 

Bound still. Courtesy photo, used with permission.

New book release: ‘The Invisible Red String’ by Peter Berlin and Ann Zachariah

‘The Invisible Red String’ is a love story by Peter Berlin and Ann Zachariah. Courtesy photo, used with permission.

Topics like fate and predestination can be subjective, especially when love is concerned. Some believe that love knows no boundaries because it is written in the threads of destiny. According to an old Chinese proverb: “An invisible red thread connects those who are destined to meet, regardless of time, place, or circumstance. The thread may stretch or tangle, but it will never break,” some people are destined to meet and their destinies have been predetermined by ‘the gods.’ This belief is the subject of a new book by Peter Berlin and Ann Zachariah. “The Invisible Red String” is a spiritual love story that examines the complex concepts of abuse, trauma, and therapy, offering a glimpse into the power of human connection and the unbreakable threads of destiny that bind us all. It is available on Amazon. 

“The Invisible Red String” is a soulful odyssey where an invisible red thread of destiny weaves a tapestry of love, growth, and transformation across continents. Join four extraordinary souls as their lives intertwine in the most unexpected of ways, transcending the barriers of race and culture to create profound and meaningful connections.

John – an advertising executive, carries the scars of a turbulent past, a product of the foster care system, now striving to provide a loving home for his son, who has Down syndrome. When his supermodel wife abandons him, he finds himself at a crossroads, searching for healing and redemption.

Anna – hailing from a conservative background in Kerala, India, knows the pain of forced arranged marriages and the depths of physical abuse. As a divorcee, she is determined to break free from her past and discover her own path to happiness.

Jake – a successful cardiologist, appears superficial on the surface, but beneath his polished exterior lies a longing for something deeper. He embarks on a journey of self-discovery, encountering a love that transcends time and space.

Lilly – a young African woman who once endured the cruelty of corporal punishment, arrives in a foreign land to pursue her education, with no family to guide her. She finds unexpected solace in the warm embrace of a gay couple who become her chosen family.

As these four souls converge at Soul Haven, a place where personal stories are shared, and meaningful bonds are forged, they embark on a remarkable journey of growth and transformation. Through profound experiences, they confront their traumas, explore unconventional therapies like past life regression and shadow work, and break down the barriers of race and culture.

Anna and John’s love story emerges as a beacon of hope, proving that love can heal even the deepest wounds. Jake and Maya’s connection transcends the physical realm, leading Jake on a quest to understand the depths of his own soul.

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