Lauren Cohen on the Miami Film Festival, AI & The Future of Cinema

Lauren Cohen, Director of Programming for the Miami Film Festival, joins Dope Interviews for a deep conversation on film, culture, and the evolving entertainment landscape. She breaks down her journey from Miami native to leading one of the country’s most respected festivals, and explains what really goes into selecting over 150 films from thousands of submissions.Lauren also talks about the importance of international storytelling, how the festival creates real community experiences, and why not every great film makes the final cut. The conversation also explores the growing role of AI in film — both as a tool and as a theme — and what it means for creators moving forward. A must-listen for filmmakers, creatives, and anyone who loves movies beyond the surface.#miami #film  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dope-interviews--5006633/support.Follow Dope Interviews on X: https://www.twitter.com/dope_interviewsFollow Warren Shaw on X: https://www.twitter.com/thewarrenshawFollow Warren on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thewarrenshawRock "Dope Interviews" gear: https://19-media-group.myspreadshop.comLooking to book a vacation? Our travel partner Exquiste Travel & Tours has you covered: Call 954-228-5479 or visit https://exquisitetravelandtours.com/Discover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/19mediagroupWant to join the conversation or invite us to your platform? Connect with us and share your vision (budget-friendly collaborations welcome)!  https://bit.ly/19Guest