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RiverRun International Film Festival names new executive director

Michael Morin
Courtesy RiverRun International Film Festival
Michael Morin

The RiverRun International Film Festival has named writer and producer Michael Morin as its new executive director. He succeeds Rob Davis, who retired at the end of 2024 after eight years in the role.

Morin most recently helped lead the Slamdance Film Festival, overseeing attendance growth and a major move.

In a statement, Morin said he’s “committed to working collaboratively across the region to ensure RiverRun grows boldly and vibrantly.”

The Winston-Salem-based festival welcomed 10,000 attendees this year. The 2026 event is scheduled for April 17th through the 25th.

April Laissle is a senior reporter and editor at WFDD. Her work has been featured on several national news programs and recognized by the Public Media Journalists Association and the Radio Television Digital News Association. Before joining WFDD in 2019, she worked at public radio stations in Ohio and California.

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