Kevin Coleman-Cohen

Film Director and Producer, College Professor, & Non-profit Program Director

Born and raised in St. Louis, MO, Director and Producer Kevin Coleman-Cohen studied under directors Bill Duke (Sister Act 2) and Haile Gerima (Sankofa). Kevin graduated from the prestigious American Film Institute (AFI) earning an MFA in Directing and Howard University earning a BA in Television and Film. His films circulate film festivals, winning awards and acclaim. Kevin's current short film, PRETTY BOY has screened at several major film festivals including the 2023 Pan African Film Festival, Martha's Vineyard African American Film Festival, St. Louis International Film Festival, KC FilmFest International, The Black Harvest Film Festival, the Los Angeles International Film Festival, and many other top tier festivals. The short film is about African American teen males engaging in sex work to survive on the streets of St. Louis. The film is based on Kevin's work with non-profit, Youth In Need, Inc.

In November 2023 Kevin received the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award from President Joe Biden for his service work in the community specifically addressing youth homelessness and human trafficking. Kevin also earned an honorary doctorate (Ph.D) in Entertainment & Arts Management from Harvest Christian University.