Bound (Переплетені)
A story as old as time, a popular Ukrainian folk song teases us with the poetic young love between passionate farm boy Ivanko and shy Galya, only to leave us wondering what drove them apart. Through cross-stitch-inspired visuals and the sounds of traditional folk music, this unique film breathes fresh life into this timeless story.
Champions of the Golden Valley
In the remote mountain villages of Bamyan, Afghanistan, a newfound passion for skiing attracts young athletes from rival ethnic groups to the slopes. With minimal gear and makeshift wooden skis, the determined ski coach Alishah Farhang organizes a thrilling ski race that fosters camaraderie, joy, and triumph. However, after the shocking collapse of their country, many of the skiers are displaced across the globe as refugees and must call upon the lessons learned in the
Films With Class Shorts Program 2025 – Elementary School
Teaching through film. RiverRun recognizes the unique and critical role arts education plays in reaching students both inside and outside the classroom. Through our free education program, Films With Class, we present free screenings of carefully curated films for area students at the Festival each spring. Sponsored by Duke Energy and The Lovett Foundation.
Lack of It, The
Sherita drives for a social transportation service in Winston-Salem. Tina works for the local Transit Authority and made it her mission to keep the memory of a black-owned transportation company alive that was once the biggest of its kind: Safe Bus. Between past and present, the two women uncover a story of segregation and empowerment, community and mobility, and shed light on structural racism that is still present.
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When an essential water spring has dried up, a child accompanied by an otter-like creature sets out to find a cure for the life-threatening water shortage.
North Carolina Shorts 2025: Program 3: A Student Perspective
Showcasing the talent and creativity of student filmmakers from across the state, this program offers a fresh take on storytelling through the eyes of North Carolina’s emerging artists.
Saturday Morning Cartoons 2025
Each year, RiverRun presents our own version of Saturday Morning Cartoons to our young audiences. We search high and low for the best new animated shorts that we think will appeal to both children andadults alike. This year, we have a wide array of films encompassing many different interesting animation techniques and stories. Our Saturday Morning Cartoons truly have a little something for all ages!
