Speaker:
Mary C. Dossinger, Program Manager, RiverRun
International Film Festival
Founded in 1998, the
name, RiverRun was inspired by the French Broad River near Brevard, NC, where
the Festival was originally held.
RiverRun is a regional event now based in Winston-Salem and is one of
the premier film festivals in the southeastern United States. During the 10-day Festival, RiverRun creates
an inspired environment in downtown Winton-Salem, featuring a dynamic
combination of talent, film-loving audiences and industry heavyweights. This cultural event offers screenings of
yet-to-be released films, opportunities to interact with artists and immersion
into the art and business of the independent film world.
This year the
RiverRun International Film Festival will be held from April 13 to April 22,
2012. In addition to the Festival’s
annual line-up of 100+ films, the Festival regularly presents filmmakers or
performers with special awards for overall artistic achievement. In 2010, Peter Bogdanovich received
RiverRun’s Master of Cinema Award. Other
notable special guests have also included Andie MacDowell, Sissy Spacek, Will
Patton, Colin Hanks and Rosemary Harris.
RiverRun also presents a broad range of special events, celebrity
tributes, family programs, panel discussions and parties. In addition, the Festival presents many
volunteer opportunities for area residents, with benefits such as movie
vouchers and access to public parties. Visit http://www.riverrunfilm.com/volunteer
or call 724-1502, ext. 107
to learn more.
