# The Next Story: Cinema, Production, AI & the Audience of Tomorrow

- Event: Techne Summit Cairo 2026
- When: Sunday, 27 September 2026, 8:30 pm – 9:00 pm (Cairo time, GMT+3)
- Where: Ghurnata - Andalus Stage, Ghurnata, Cairo
- Track: Creative Economy & Heritage
- Page: https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/agenda/the-next-story-cinema-production-ai-and-the-audience-of-tomorrow
- Calendar: https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/agenda/the-next-story-cinema-production-ai-and-the-audience-of-tomorrow.ics

Cinema is changing, and so is its audience. As Gen Z reshapes what captures attention and AI transforms how stories are created, the industry is entering a new era. This fireside chat explores what makes stories resonate with younger audiences, how technology is changing filmmaking, and what will keep cinema human, memorable, and worth watching.

## Speakers

- Mohamed Shehab El-Din, CEO & Founder, RESOLVE Consulting (Moderator)
- [Bushra Rozza](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/bushra-rozza.md), Actress
- Hesham Afifi, Film & Commercials Director, Content Creator, and Writer