In 2017, Promised Land Films and Productions was founded with the aim of pursuing the highest level of creative vision in film. Dreamers with a passion for reaching the stars and changing the world, we hope to make films that inspire, provoke thought, and entertain.

Our company is family-owned and operated and offers years of combined experience in creative arts and business management, giving it a personal touch. Among the skills and professional training I possess are: music production, dance, entertainment, acting, writing, producing, directing, and advertising for commercials and media content.

Annette Bonner, an original 'Cali Girl', was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. She attended Los Angeles High School Performing Arts Magnet program and began her artistic journey as a dancer at the Inner City Cultural Center and Lula Washington Dance Academy. Annette then pursued her passion for film and screenwriting at UCLA and later CSUN. While studying, she also worked as a Media Advertising Professional and raised her family as a single mother. In 2012, Annette graduated Magna Cum Laude from Columbia College Hollywood with a BFA in Cinema Directing. She then obtained her BA in MFJS-Film from the University of Denver in 2016 and a Masters Degree from Phoenix University.

James Bonner, a Denver native, has been a music icon from a young age. He is not only a talented singer, but also a skilled music producer, songwriter, and composer. His wife is Annette Bonner, who works as a screenwriter and director. James has served as an Executive Producer and Music Producer for various projects such as the short films Valet Attraction, GAME NIGHT, and No Snakes in the Garden. He has also composed soundtracks for notable feature films like Brothers in Arms and The Preachers Wife. Additionally, he has created catchy jingles for Los Angeles Trade Tech College and most recently released his short film 'High Stakes' on Amazon Prime.