Boni Mata is an up-and-coming writer and director based in Los Angeles. We met Boni at the steps of her home in Echo Park, the LA summer was in full swing – hoping a bit of mist from the reservoir fountain would sweep up the hills and cool us down. Much like taming wild horses, becoming a film director only comes to fruition through a mix of determination, careful footing, and fate. When we finally sat down with Boni the conversation was as brilliant as the sun. We talked about the history of Old Hollywood, the phasing out of massive sets, studying literature instead of film, and the intricacies of trying to make it as a young director in a town stagnated by two union strikes. What was clear in our time together was the fearlessness of being wrong. We ended up spending our time having cocktails, accompanying her to the horse stables she frequents, allowing the world to go by, and most importantly having Boni direct the day.