"The film festival means so much to so many people. I think that film festival overall has been such an incredible way to build community both in the film world and in the Miami arts-loving community at large," said Lauren Cohen, Director of Programming for the festival.

In fact, at last year's festival, $150,000 was awarded through competitions by local filmmakers. Many of those that won have used money by presenting new films this year.

There's also a KNIGHT Made in MIA Competition. "Mango City" is one of the contenders in that category.