Michael Robinson

Michael Robinson is an independent film and video curator based in Houston, specializing in experimental and documentary short films. He previously worked as the Associate Creative Director at Houston Cinema Arts Society (HCAS) from 2018 to 2022. He is a co-founder and current curator for HCAS’ regional short film competition, Borders | No Borders. Michael also co-founded the monthly nomadic queer film series, The Big Queer Picture Show, where he programs short and feature-length repertory and contemporary films. He was previously the Co-Artistic Director and Shorts Programmer for QFest, Houston’s International LGBTQ+ Film Festival from 2017 to 2021. He is currently the Marketing and Communications Manager at Contemporary Arts Museum Houston. Michael received his BA in Anthropology and Film at Rice University.