RiverRun: Nuisance Bear

DIRECTORS: GABRIELA OSIO VANDEN and JACK WEISMAN
USA/CANADA/UK / 2026 / 90 MIN. / INUKTITUT/ ENGLISH
RATING: TEEN+ / Contains mild adult themes

A polar bear is forced to navigate a human world of tourists, wildlife officers, and hunters as its ancient migration collides with modern life. When a sacred predator is branded a nuisance, it becomes unclear who truly belongs in this shared landscape.

Welcome to the 28th edition of the RiverRun International Film Festival—nine days of incredible independent cinema from around the world. This year’s event will feature screenings in Winston-Salem, Greensboro, and virtually. Beginning this year, RiverRun is partnering with The Carolina Theatre to continue our Festival screenings in Greensboro and allow more people to experience all that RiverRun has to offer. For more information on the festival, go to riverrunfilm.com.

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This event is seated.